Wizards
GenreComedy[1]
Created by
  • Jed Elinoff[1]
  • Scott Thomas[1]
Based onWizards of Waverly Place
by Todd J. Greenwald
Starring
Country of originEnglish
Original languageUnited States
Production
Executive producers
Camera setupMulti-camera
Original release
NetworkDisney Channel
Related
Wizards of Waverly Place (2007−2012)

Wizards is an upcoming American television series serving as a spin-off and sequel to Wizards of Waverly Place. It is set to air on Disney Channel. The series will see David Henrie reprise his role as Justin Russo. Mimi Gianopulos, Alkaio Thiele, and Janice LeAnn Brown also star. Selena Gomez and other cast members from Wizards of Waverly Place are expected to appear in guest roles. A pilot episode filmed in February 2024 was written by Jed Elinoff & Scott Thomas and directed by Andy Fickman. Henrie, Elinoff, Thomas, and Fickman executive producer the series alongside Gary Marsh.

Cast and characters

See also: List of Wizards of Waverly Place characters

Main

Guest

Episodes

No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air dateU.S. viewers
(millions)
1"Pilot"[5]Andy FickmanJed Elinoff & Scott ThomasTBATBD

Production

Development

On January 18, 2024, it was announced that Disney had ordered a pilot for a sequel television series of Wizards of Waverly Place.[6] Jed Elinoff and Scott Thomas, who created Raven's Home, the sequel to That's So Raven, wrote the pilot episode.[7] It was directed by Andy Fickman.[8] 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.[9] The pilot was filmed on February 1, 2024.[10] In the series, Henrie's character is set to have given up his wizard powers to live like a normal human.[11][12] The series will air on Disney Channel.[13]

Casting

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.[14] Mimi Gianopulos was cast to portray Giada, Justin's wife and Alkaio Thiele will play their oldest son Roman.[15] Additionally, Janice LeAnn Brown will star as a young wizard seeking Justin's assistance in wizard training.[16] David DeLuise and Maria Canals-Barrera are also set to appear as Justin and Alex's parents, Jerry and Theresa, alongside Jake T. Austin as their younger brother Max.[4]

References

  1. ^ a b c "Shows A-Z - wizards of waverly place (reboot series) on disney". The Futon Critic. Retrieved February 5, 2024.
  2. ^ a b Lewis, George (January 18, 2024). "Selena Gomez confirmed for Wizards Of Waverly Place sequel". Retrieved February 4, 2024.
  3. ^ 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.
  4. ^ a b c d Lee, Tionah (January 28, 2024). "Jake T. Austin Confirms He's Returning for 'Wizards of Waverly Place' Reboot". Entertainment Tonight. Retrieved February 4, 2024.
  5. ^ 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.
  6. ^ 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.
  7. ^ 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.
  8. ^ 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.
  9. ^ Dailey, Hannah (January 18, 2024). "Selena Gomez, David Henrie to Produce & Appear in 'Wizards of Waverly Place' Disney Revival". Billboard. Retrieved February 4, 2024.
  10. ^ 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.
  11. ^ 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.
  12. ^ 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.
  13. ^ 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.
  14. ^ 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.
  15. ^ 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.
  16. ^ 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.


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