Wizards Beyond Waverly Place

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  • Mimi Gianopulos as Giada, Justin's wife[2]
  • Alkaio Thiele as Roman Russo, Justin's oldest son and Milo's older brother[2]
  • Max Matenko as Milo Russo, Justin's youngest son and Roman's younger brother[3]
  • Janice LeAnn Brown as Billie, a young wizard[2]
  • Taylor Cora as Winter, Billie's best friend[4]

Guest[edit]

Episodes[edit]

No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air dateU.S. viewers
(millions)
1"Pilot"[6]Andy FickmanJed Elinoff & Scott Thomas2024 (2024)TBD

Production[edit]

Development[edit]

On January 18, 2024, it was announced that Disney had ordered a pilot for a sequel television series of Wizards of Waverly Place.[7] Jed Elinoff and Scott Thomas, who created Raven's Home, the sequel to That's So Raven, wrote the pilot episode.[8] It was directed by Andy Fickman.[9] Elinoff, Thomas, and Fickman are set to executive produce the series alongside stars Selena Gomez and David Henrie, as well as Gary Marsh, a former television executive.[10] The pilot was filmed on February 1, 2024.[11] In the series, Henrie's character is set to have given up his wizard powers to live like a normal human.[12][13] The series will air on Disney Channel.[14]

On March 22, 2024, it was announced that Disney Channel had ordered the pilot to series.[15] Production began in Los Angeles in April 2024.[16] The series is then set to air later in 2024 and will stream on Disney+ in addition to its linear broadcast on Disney Channel.[17] Wizards was used as the working title during early filming[18] until its official title, Wizards Beyond Waverly Place was announced in May 2024.[19]

Casting[edit]

David Henrie is set to reprise his role as Justin Russo while Selena Gomez is expected to guest star in the pilot as Alex Russo.[20] Mimi Gianopulos was cast to portray Giada, Justin's wife and Alkaio Thiele will play their oldest son Roman.[21] Additionally, Janice LeAnn Brown will star as Billie, a young wizard seeking Justin's assistance in wizard training.[22] At the time it was ordered to series it was reported that Max Matenko was cast as Milo, Justin's youngest son.[23] Taylor Cora is expected to appear as Winter, Billie's best friend.[24]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Shows A-Z - wizards beyond waverly place on disney". The Futon Critic. Retrieved May 20, 2024.
  2. ^ a b c Hipes, Patrick; Tapp, Tom (January 18, 2024). "Yes, Selena Gomez Is Back For The 'Wizards of Waverly Place' Sequel: Here's Everything We Know About Its Cast, Plot, Release Date & More". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 4, 2024.
  3. ^ Schneider, Michael (March 22, 2024). "'Wizards of Waverly Place' Sequel From Selena Gomez and David Henrie Gets Series Order at Disney Channel and Disney+". Variety. Retrieved March 22, 2024.
  4. ^ Mitovich, Matt Webb (May 14, 2024). "Selena Gomez Reveals Wizards of Waverly Place Spinoff Title — See First Photos". TVLine. Retrieved May 15, 2024.
  5. ^ Cite error: The named reference Henrie & Gomez was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  6. ^ Russell, Shania (January 18, 2024). "Selena Gomez and David Henrie will return to Disney roots and reunite in Wizards of Waverly Place sequel series". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved February 4, 2024.
  7. ^ Walsh, Savannah (January 18, 2024). "Selena Gomez Is "So Excited" to Be Returning for a Wizards of Waverly Place Revival". Vanity Fair. Retrieved February 4, 2024.
  8. ^ Otterson, Joe (January 18, 2024). "'Wizards of Waverly Place' Sequel Pilot Ordered at Disney Channel, Selena Gomez and David Henrie Among Cast". Variety. Retrieved February 4, 2024.
  9. ^ Cordero, Rosy (January 18, 2024). "Selena Gomez & David Henrie Reunite For 'Wizards Of Waverly Place' Sequel Pilot For Disney Channel; Cast Set". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 4, 2024.
  10. ^ Dailey, Hannah (January 18, 2024). "Selena Gomez, David Henrie to Produce & Appear in 'Wizards of Waverly Place' Disney Revival". Billboard. Retrieved February 4, 2024.
  11. ^ Swift, Andy (February 3, 2024). "Wizards of Waverly Place Revival: Everything We Know About the Russos' Return to Disney Channel". TVLine. Retrieved February 4, 2024.
  12. ^ Lee, Tionah (January 18, 2024). "Selena Gomez and David Henrie Confirm Their Return to 'Wizards of Waverly Place' for Sequel". Entertainment Tonight. Retrieved February 4, 2024.
  13. ^ Perry, Katie E G (January 19, 2024). "Selena Gomez set to return for Wizards of Waverly Place sequel series". The Independent. Retrieved February 4, 2024.
  14. ^ Swift, Andy (January 19, 2024). "Wizards of Waverly Place: David DeLuise 'Would Love To' Join Disney Channel Sequel — Who Else Might Return?". TVLine. Retrieved February 5, 2024.
  15. ^ Seitz, Loree (March 22, 2024). "Disney Greenlights 'Wizards of Waverly Place' Sequel Series With Selena Gomez, David Henrie". The Wrap. Retrieved March 22, 2024.
  16. ^ Cordero, Rosy (March 22, 2024). "'Wizards Of Waverly Place' Sequel Series Set At Disney Channel With Selena Gomez & David Henrie Returning". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved March 22, 2024.
  17. ^ Hughes, William (March 22, 2024). "Disney+ greenlights Selena Gomez's Wizards Of Waverly Place revival". The A.V. Club. Retrieved March 22, 2024.
  18. ^ @disneychannel (January 18, 2024). "📍Waverly Place". Retrieved May 15, 2024 – via Instagram.
  19. ^ Cordero, Rosy (May 14, 2024). "Selena Gomez Reveals Title Of 'Wizards Of Waverly Place' Spinoff; Drops First-Look Photos". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 15, 2024.
  20. ^ Wenger, Stephanie; Jackson, Dory (January 18, 2024). "Selena Gomez Is 'So Excited' to Reunite with David Henrie for Upcoming Wizards of Waverly Place Revival". People. Retrieved February 4, 2024.
  21. ^ Kang, Esther (January 22, 2024). "Selena Gomez and David Henrie Lay the Table for Wizards of Waverly Place Revival: 'Let's Make Some Magic'". People. Retrieved February 4, 2024.
  22. ^ Iannucci, Rebecca (January 18, 2024). "Wizards of Waverly Place Sequel Series in the Works at Disney Channel — Will Selena Gomez Return?". TVLine. Retrieved February 4, 2024.
  23. ^ Goldberg, Lesley (March 22, 2024). "'Wizards of Waverly Place' Sequel Series a Go at Disney+". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved March 22, 2024.
  24. ^ Hailu, Selome (May 14, 2024). "'Wizards of Waverly Place' Spinoff Reveals First Look at Grown-Up Alex and Justin, Sets Official Title". Variety. Retrieved May 15, 2024.


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