There are series that are never forgotten and for many of them, it is Wizards of Waverly Placea teen comedy created by Todd J. Greenwald and broadcast on Disney Channel for four seasons between October 2007 and January 2012. The good news for its fans is that Disney Channel has just announced the return of this fantastic series that we all remember with the participation of actors Selena Gomez and David Henrie. This time it’s a sequel to this series Wizards Beyond Waverly Place which premieres January 10 on Disney+ and January 22 on Disney Channel. In addition, in this sequel we will be able to see actress Selena Gómez give life to Alex Russo again, although she will only appear in the first episode. A new opportunity for nostalgic fans who want to enjoy this iconic series again.
The protagonist of this new sequel to Wizards of Waverly Place will be actor David Henrie who will take over the role of Justin Russo. It should be remembered that the protagonists of the original series were three teenage wizard siblings: older brother Justin (David Henrie), younger sister Alex Russo (Selena Gomez) and little brother Max (Jake T. Austin). The three live in Greenwich Village and are trained in magical abilities as they will one day compete for sole custody of their family’s powers.
Once again, Disney is banking on the continuation of a series which at the time was successful with adolescents and now, twenty years later, it returns to the joy of this nostalgic generation. A situation very similar to that which occurred with the return of Crow with The Raven’s Housewhich worked rather well, and with Lizzie McGuirewhich however was never produced due to creative disagreements with Hilary Duff. What is clear is that the Wizards Beyond Waverly Place series will be one of Disney’s bets for 2025.
What will happen in Wizards Beyond Waverly Place?
As we have already mentioned, the protagonist will be Justin Russo, the younger brother, who now He left magic behind and leads a calm, normal life. with his wife Giada (Mimi Gianopulos) and their children. Everything changes for them when their sister Alex visits them and they will have to reconsider their decision to give up their powers and teach new magicians. He will now have to help a young magician, Billie, played by Janice LeAnn Brown, on her path to becoming a witch. Justin realizes that Billie is a lot like the rebellious, troubled sister he shared so many adventures and laughs with.
The continuation of the famous series will follow a line very similar to the original fiction and it will be a family comedy with touches of magic. Once again it will focus on themes such as family and friendship and this time young magician Billie will learn to use her powers while facing the problems of any teenager.
The series Wizards Beyond Waverly Place has a production team in which actors Selena Gomez and David Henrie actively participate as executive producersalongside screenwriters Jed Elinoff and Scott Thomas. In addition to the original characters, actors Alkaio Thiele as Roman Russo and Max Matenko as Milo Russo join the cast and will be part of a new generation of young magicians.
The protagonists of the series are David Henrie who plays Justin Russo and Janice LeAnn Brown who plays the role of young magician Billie. Also in the cast are actors Alkaio Thiele as Roman Russo, Max Manteko as Milo Russo, Taylor Cora as Winter and Mimi Gianopulos as Giada. Guest stars Selena Gomez as Alex Russo, Maria Canals-Barrera as Theresa Russo, David DeLuise as Jerry Russo, and Jake T. Austin as Max Russo will also appear in the series.
A sequel with great perspectives
For now, in addition to this data, we have also been able to see the trailer for the series which has exceeded six and a half million views during its first five days on YouTube. A success of visits which reflects the massive interest of those nostalgic for the original series Wizards of Waverly Place. The four seasons of this series are visible on the Disney+ streaming platform.
Once again, the series Wizards Beyond Waverly Place will introduce us some young wizards who will have to learn to control their powers while they combine their studies and their friends. In this series we will surely see funny situations again that will delight those who grew up watching the adventures of the Russo brothers and new viewers.
