Wizards Beyond Waverly Place: A magical return

A new chapter in the Russo family saga

The enchanting world of “Wizards of Waverly Place” is set to captivate audiences once again with its sequel series, “Wizards Beyond Waverly Place.” The much-anticipated trailer has been unveiled, promising a blend of nostalgia and fresh magical adventures.

The return of familiar faces

David Henrie reprises his beloved role as Justin Russo, the eldest sibling from the original series. Joining him are new cast members who bring fresh energy to the Russo family dynamics. Janice LeAnn Brown stars as Billie, Alkaio Thiele as Roman Russo, Max Matenko as Milo Russo, Taylor Cora as Winter, and Mimi Gianopulos as Giada Russo. Fans will be thrilled to know that Selena Gomez will make a guest appearance as Alex Russo in the premiere episode.

Plot overview: Balancing magic and mortal life

The official synopsis reveals an intriguing storyline:

“Wizards Beyond Waverly Place follows an adult Justin Russo, who has chosen to lead a normal, mortal life with his family, Giada, Roman, and Milo. When Justin’s sister Alex brings Billie to his home seeking help, Justin realizes he must dust off his magical skills to mentor the wizard-in-training while also juggling his everyday responsibilities — and safeguarding the future of the Wizard World.”

A rocky start to wizard training

The trailer showcases Justin’s return to the Russo family lair, where he begins training the young wizard Billie. However, the journey is far from smooth. In a poignant moment, Justin reassures Billie, saying, “You’re a powerful wizard. Some people see that as a threat. But I promise, I’m not gonna let anything happen to you.”

Behind the scenes: Creative minds at work

The series boasts a talented team behind the scenes. Jed Elinoff and Scott Thomas serve as writers and executive producers, ensuring the storyline remains engaging and true to the original series’ spirit. Gary Marsh, Jonas Agin, Selena Gomez, and David Henrie also take on executive producer roles, adding their unique perspectives to the project. The pilot episode is directed and executive-produced by Andy Fickman, who will continue to direct multiple episodes. The original series was created by Todd Greenwald.

Premiere details and where to watch

“Wizards Beyond Waverly Place” is set to premiere with two episodes on October 29 at 8:00 p.m. ET on Disney Channel. For those eager to binge-watch, the first nine episodes will be available on Disney+ and Disney Channel On Demand the following day.

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Watch the trailer for “Wizards Beyond Waverly Place”

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