The Cast of ‘Wizards Beyond Waverly Place’ Makes First Appearance at the Premiere of ‘Descendants: The Rise of Red’

Written by John Edward Betancourt

L-R: David Henrie, Mimi Gianopulos, Max Matenko, Janice LeAnn Brown, Taylor Cora, Alkaio Thiele (Photo Credit: Disney/Richard Harbaugh)

Earlier today, we made mention of the fact, that the red carpet premiere for Descendants: The Rise of Red, was more than just a gathering of the cast and crew of the film. For it was held on the Disney lot, and that meant others could drop by and say hello and check things out, and that most certainly happened at that event. For in the midst of poses and stories about the making of the film, the cast of the upcoming series, Wizards Beyond Waverly Place, dropped by take in the wonder of the moment.
 
Which allowed for this cast to make their first appearance together, and that’s also a big deal. After all, this is the follow-up to the wildly popular, Wizards of Waverly Place, and well… their appearance undoubtedly raises a few questions about the show, that we will answer for you now. Such as, this series, from Disney Branded Television, is slated to premiere on Disney Channel and Disney+ later this year.

It stars, David Henrie (Justin Russo), Janice LeAnn Brown (Billie), Alkaio Thiele (Roman Russo), Taylor Cora (Winter), Max Matenko (Milo Russo), and Mimi Gianopulos (Giada Russo) and was brought forth creatively, from Jed Elinoff and Scott Thomas, who serve as writers and executive producers, along with Gary Marsh, David Henrie and Selena Gomez, who will also guest star. Andy Fickman directed and executive-produced the pilot and will direct multiple episodes.
 
Of course, you’re also likely curious about the plot. Well, the series 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.
 
If anything, it was just amazing to know that worlds collided at the premiere and that fans of another beloved franchise have more to look forward to later this year, when the next chapter in the Waverly Place saga gets underway.

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