The latest episode of Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 delivered one of the most emotional moments in the entire series so far. Fans finally witnessed the pivotal Sirens scene from The Sea of Monsters, a moment that defines Annabeth Chase’s character arc. Leah Sava Jeffries, who plays the daughter of Athena, recently opened up about the intensity of filming this sequence and why it was so vital for her character’s growth.
Why the Sirens Scene Was Terrifying to Film
For book lovers, the Sirens scene is a standout moment where Annabeth reveals her deepest desires and her fatal flaw. However, bringing this to life on screen was a frightening experience for the young actress. In a recent interview, Leah Sava Jeffries admitted that the atmosphere on set was genuinely unsettling.
She revealed that the singing from the stunt performers acting as the Sirens felt incredibly real. The production team aimed to make the threat feel immediate and dangerous, rather than just a magical illusion. Jeffries shared that the intensity of the moment pushed her to an emotional breaking point, stating she “literally almost cried” during the take because the fear felt so genuine.
“It scared the actual chisels out of me. I literally almost cried. I was genuinely scared, fearing for my life.” — Leah Sava Jeffries via ScreenRant
Annabeth’s Fatal Flaw and the Athena Twist
Season 2, Episode 5, titled “We Check In to C.C.’s Spa & Resort,” made a significant change from Rick Riordan’s original text. In the book, Annabeth sees a vision of a rebuilt Manhattan with her parents reunited. The show took a more personal approach by introducing a vision of her mother, Athena.
Andra Day made a surprise appearance as the goddess of wisdom—or rather, a Siren mimicking her. The scene forced Annabeth to confront her fatal flaw: Hubris (deadly pride). The Sirens lured her in by offering the one thing she craves most: validation from her mother. Annabeth believes she is finally being accepted, only for the illusion to shatter. This change raised the stakes, making the deception even more cruel and the eventual rescue by Walker Scobell’s Percy Jackson more impactful.
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A Major Turning Point for Percabeth
This sequence serves as a massive shift in the relationship between Percy and Annabeth. While Annabeth is usually the strategist who has a plan for everything, the Sirens stripped away her defenses. She was completely vulnerable, falling into a trap that only Percy could pull her out of.
Leah Sava Jeffries explained that this scene allows the audience to see a “completely different person” compared to the first season. It moves Annabeth away from just being the tough warrior and shows the frightened child underneath who just wants her family back. The moment Percy holds her back from the water solidifies their bond, proving he sees her weaknesses and accepts them.
Release Information
Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 is currently streaming on Disney+. New episodes arrive every Wednesday. Following the emotional events of Episode 5, the season will continue with Episode 6, “Nobody Gets the Fleece,” scheduled to drop on January 7, 2026. The season finale will air on January 21, 2026.
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