Wizards Beyond Waverly Place Returns for One Last Spell This Summer on Disney+ and Disney Channel
Disney has officially confirmed that Wizards Beyond Waverly Place, the continuation of the Emmy® Award-winning series Wizards of Waverly Place, will return for a special four-part event this summer on Disney+, Disney Channel, and Disney Channel On Demand.
The upcoming installment is set to begin production next week and promises a nostalgic yet fresh continuation of the Russo family’s magical story.
Selena Gomez Makes Directorial Debut
Executive producer Selena Gomez will make her directorial debut with the premiere episode of the new event series. Gomez will also reprise her beloved role as Alex Russo in multiple episodes, marking a major return for one of the franchise’s most iconic characters.
Her involvement adds a significant creative milestone to the revival, blending legacy storytelling with a new behind-the-camera perspective.
Story Overview: A Final Magical Mission
The four-part special follows Billie, who is still dealing with the emotional aftermath of losing Alex at the end of Season 2. As the story unfolds, Billie discovers that the only way to save her mother is to reconnect with her long-lost father.
As the Russo family reunites, they must combine their magical abilities to face a growing evil threat. The journey becomes a final test of unity, power, and family bonds.
Strong Performance and Fan Response
Since its launch, Wizards Beyond Waverly Place has seen strong engagement across platforms. The series has accumulated over 101 million views on Disney Channel’s YouTube channel and has ranked among the top streaming titles for multiple audience groups, including kids, teens, and young adults.
This performance highlights the continued popularity of the Wizards franchise among both new viewers and longtime fans.
Cast and Characters
The series features:
- David Henrie as Justin Russo
- Janice LeAnn Brown as Billie
- Alkaio Thiele as Roman Russo
- Max Matenko as Milo Russo
- Taylor Cora as Winter
- Mimi Gianopulos as Giada Russo
Creative Team
The series is written and executive produced by Jed Elinoff and Scott Thomas. Executive producers also include Gary Marsh, Jonas Agin, Rick Williams, Selena Gomez, and David Henrie. The original series was created by Todd Greenwald.
About the Original Series
Wizards of Waverly Place originally aired from 2007 to 2012 and followed the Russo siblings as they balanced everyday teenage life with learning how to control their magical powers. The series played a key role in launching Selena Gomez’s career, who later became a globally recognized singer and actress.
Where to Watch
All episodes of the first two seasons of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place are currently streaming on Disney+.
The four-part special event will premiere this summer on Disney+, Disney Channel, and Disney Channel On Demand.
