Justin and Alex Russo – ah, David Henry and Selena Gomez – is ready to bring the magic back to the Disney Channel. For years, Gomez and Henrie have been teasing an on-screen reunion, and the time has come.
In January 2024, it was announced that it was highly anticipated Wizards of Waverly Place The revival will go to the Disney Channel with Henrie’s character, Justin, as the leading man. Gomez, of course, will also appear as Alex.
“So happy!! ❤️,” Gomez shared via Instagram Story at the time, sharing the news of the revival. In a second post, she captioned a photo of her and Henrie writing, “WE’RE BACK.”
The duo played the two oldest Russo brothers on Wizards of Waverly Place, which aired from 2007 to 2012. Jake T. Austin, David DeLuise, Maria Canals-Barrera and Jennifer Stone also starred in the original iteration.
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Selena Gomez scored her breakout role as teenage witch Alex Russo on Disney Channel’s Wizards of Waverly Place. The series, which ran for four seasons from 2007 to 2012, follows Alex and his brothers, Justin and Max, played by David Henrie and Jake T. Austin, as they learn the ins and outs of being a sorcerer (…)
“I have spoken to some people. I have spoken to some people who made the decision, to Selena’s sister and – I have to be careful with my response here because I will say – there is a lot of good. I don’t think that anyone is against the idea, but I think this time,” Henrie said in a July 2020 YouTube video about the reboot, noting that “there will be a reunion one day.”
Henrie’s dream is now a reality. Keep scrolling to know everything:
Will There Be a ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ Revival?
Yes, it has been officially confirmed Wizards of Waverly Place will return to the Disney Channel.
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Will Selena Gomez be in the ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ Revival?
Gomez will reprise her iconic role as Alex Russo. However, he’s only set to appear in the first episode… for now.
Several outlets are also reporting that Gomez has been named an executive producer on the project.
Who Will Star in ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ Revival?
Henrie is set to reprise his role as Justin Russo. Janice LeAnn Brown will follow in Henrie and Gomez’s, play a young wizard named Billie, while Mimi Gianopulos will star as Justin’s wife. Alkaio Thiele has become one of Justin’s two sons, Roman.
Beyond Henrie and Gomez, no other original cast members have been confirmed to return.
What About ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ Revival?
The upcoming show will take place after “mysterious events at WizTech, where the adult Justin Russo has left the power of a wizard, choosing to live a normal human life with his wife and two sons. But he is surprised when a powerful young wizard who needs training appears at his door. .. and Justin must come to terms with his past to ensure the future of the Wizarding World,” the official description read.
In the original Wizards of Waverly Place series finale, Alex Russo won the family wizard competition and was awarded full use of his powers while Justin was given his powers back after becoming the headmaster of WizTech.
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When will ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ air again?
Disney announced in August 2024 that the show will air its first two episodes on Disney Channel on Monday, October 29, 2024. The first eight episodes will be available for streaming on Disney+ and Disney Channel On Demand the following day.
Will ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ Be Revived?
No, the new series will not blatantly copy the OG premise.
“It’s going to be fun and I’m very excited to bring the character back. It’s not a revival, it’s going to be a different version,” Gomez said when he appeared on JImmy Kimmel Live!in February 2024. “I am glad for you to see.”
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When Does Production Begin?
Disney Channel is officially greenlit sorcerer for the full season in March 2024, which begins filming the following April with executive producer Henrie and Gomez returning as actors.
Later in March, social media snaps circulated of Henrie and Gomez seriously cuddling on a couch.
What Is The Name Of The ‘Wizards’ Revival?
Gomez announced during the Disney 2024 event in May 2024 that the official title of the series is Wizards Beyond Waverly Place.
When will ‘Wizards’ premiere?
The new series will debut on Disney Channel later in 2024 but a specific date has not been announced.
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