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Everything is simply because it appears now that Wizards of Waverly Place obtained a sequel sequence! The hit Disney Channel sitcom made such a magical influence on viewers, that it’s now getting the reboot therapy throughout this ongoing period of sequels, prequels and re-quels! The plot of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place focuses on one main character’s human life away from the wizard world alongside a brand-new forged. And followers have one enormous character to look ahead to seeing within the pilot episode: Selena Gomez’s Alex Russo!
On January 26, 2024, David DeLuise and David Henrie, who performed father and son on the sequence, took to Instagram to share a bunch photograph with Selena and fellow costar Maria Canals-Barrera. “The Russos ❤️coming again,” they captioned it, hinting that the snapshot was taken lately. Jake T. Austin additionally lately reposted his former co-stars’ posts to his Instagram Story, hinting that he could make an look.
Just a number of days earlier than that, Selena and a few of her costars had been seen within the first obvious behind-the-scenes photographs from the set of the sequel. They all gathered collectively and posed whereas trying as comfortable as could possibly be.
To be taught in regards to the forged, launch date, plot and extra on the sequel, hold studying!
‘Wizards Beyond Waverly Place’ Cast
Selena is showing within the present’s pilot episode. However, it isn’t presently identified whether or not she’s going to return as Alex Russo within the subsequent episodes. The Hulu actress’ TV brother, David Henrie, is reprising his function as Justin Russo as a sequence common.
New faces are all a part of the forged, together with Janice LeAnn Brown, Alkaio Thiele and Mimi Gianopulos.
The unique sequence starred Jake T. Austin as Max, David DeLuise as Jerry, Jennifer Stone as Harper and Maria Canals-Barrera as Theresa. Other stars included Gregg Sulkin as Alex’s boyfriend, Mason, and Bridgit Mendler as Justin’s girlfriend, Juliet.
In response to a social media remark, David reassured followers that he and the remainder of the OGs are planning on coming again for the brand new sequence. “We positively plan on bringing again the unique forged for the sequence order,” David commented.
What Will the ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ Sequel Be About?
Per the outlet, the brand new sequence will present Justin residing a traditional life away from the Wizard World. Following a mysterious incident at WizardTech, a strong younger wizard named Billie wants coaching and seeks Justin’s assist. However, the now-adult Justin resides life as a human along with his spouse and youngsters. Now, he has to revisit his previous to be able to assist the brand new wizard be taught the ropes.
When Jimmy Kimmel requested Selena in regards to the “reboot” in a February 2024 interview, she defined that he wasn’t utilizing the precise terminology for the present. “It’s not a reboot. It’s gonna be a unique model, I assume,” she stated. “It’s gonna be actually enjoyable. I used to be excited to carry the characters again.”
‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ Premiere Date
The first two episodes will premiere on the Disney Channel on October 29 at 8:00 p.m. ET. Disney+ will stream the primary eight episodes on October 30.
The unique present aired from 2007 to 2012.
According to a number of shops, Raven’s Home star Raven-Symoné and Boy Meets World alum Danielle Fishel are directing episodes of season 1.
Why Did ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ End?
The sequence reportedly ended to ensure that Selena to acquire totally different performing roles. However, she has by no means publicly confirmed this rumor. One yr after the present concluded, the forged reunited for a TV film sequel titled The Wizards Return: Alex vs. Alex.
In 2023, Jennifer revealed throughout an episode of her and David’s podcast, “Wizards of Waverly Pod,” that Selena turned down the chance in an “Alex-Harper spinoff” due to her hectic schedule.
“Now, I don’t know the way true that is, however I used to be instructed it was pitched to Selena — and I’ll should ask her this as a result of I’ve truly by no means requested her this — But I used to be instructed that it was pitched to Selena to do a Harper-Alex spinoff,” Jennifer stated. “She stated ‘no’ as a result of she had lots of different issues occurring.”