The release date forWizards Beyond Waverly Placehas been officially confirmed. Focusing on the Russos, a family of wizards who also run a New York City subshop,Wizards of Waverly Placewas a popular Disney Channel show that ran for four seasons from 2007 to 2012. Twelve years later, the wizarding world returns with thereboot show titledWizards Beyond Waverly Place. The series will feature David Henrie, reprising his role as Justin, along with new stars Janice LeAnn Brown, Alkaio Thiele, Max Matenko, Taylor Cora, and Mimi Gianopulos.
PerDeadline,Wizards Beyond Waverly Placewill premiere on Tuesday, October 29 at 8 pm EST on Disney Channel.The first two episodes will air that day, with thefirst eight episodes being made available on Wednesday, October 30, on Disney+. It was also revealed that former Disney Channel stars Raven-Symone and Danielle Fishel will be directing episodes inWizards Beyond Waverly Placeseason 1.
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The release date forWizardsBeyond Waverly Placepositions the series right before Halloween.WhileWizardswas never a frightful show, the series still incorporates magical elements that fit the spooky season filled with witches and warlocks. Thus, the timing may boost the viewership for the reboot, as the series might appeal to those looking for family-friendly options during the Halloween season. It’s also pretty common for Disney Channel, as they have released similarly themed movies during this time, such asTwitchesandReturn to Halloweentown.
DoingWizards Beyond Waverly Placelargely without Alex will be a huge transition for the series, as she was the protagonist of the original show.
Wizards Beyond Waverly Placewill mainly focus on Justin, the eldest of the Russo siblings, who has chosen to live a typical life with his family, including the characters Giada, Roman, and Milo. Thetranquility of Justin’s muggle facade is disrupted when his young sister Alex connects him with a young wizard named Billiewho is seeking his help. Now saddled with taking on Billie as his wizard-in-training, Justin must keep his personal life and reinvigorated magic skills in the balance while keeping the Wizarding World safe.
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One missing original character from the Wizards of Waverly Place sequel could be set up to return, according to new images released by Selena Gomez.
Selena Gomez is only slated to guest star inWizards Beyond Waverly Placeas Alex in the first episode. While it is possible that Alex could appear later in the season, her minimal appearance makes sense,as the actor has been busy in recent years with the seriesOnly Murders in the Building,along with other ventures. DoingWizards Beyond Waverly Placelargely without Alex will be a huge transition for the series, as she was the protagonist of the original show. It will be interesting to see where the sequel goes upon its arrival in just two months.
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Wizards Beyond Waverly Place follows adult Justin Russo, who leads a normal life until his sister Alex asks for help with a young wizard-in-training. Justin must revive his magical skills to mentor the trainee while balancing his family life and safeguarding the Wizard World’s future.
