Disney Sets Premiere Date for ‘Wizards Beyond Waverly Place’

Written by John Edward Betancourt

Key Art for ‘Wizards Beyond Waverly Place’ Courtesy of Disney.

There was a time in the television landscape where endings hurt us and hurt us deeply. Because some shows obviously had a great deal of life left in them and they truly ended earlier than they should have, for reasons that aren’t always clear. But it happened often none the less and we did our best to cope and remember fondly, the series that brought us great joy. But this era of peak television has changed the game when it comes to that. Since the need for more programming and the need to know how a story could have continued, has allowed for wonders to take place.
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Such as follow-ups to some of our absolute favorite shows. Wherein we are proven right about there being more to tell in that universe and where we get to see what became of certain characters and how they’re doing after all this time, and that’s why so many of us, are excited for the Wizards of Waverly Place sequel. Since we all know this story had more life left within it, and well… now is the time to truly get excited for Wizards Beyond Waverly Place, simply because Disney just dropped some glorious news regarding it.

In that, the premiere date for the series will be October 29, 2024, on the Disney Channel, with a super-sized two-episode series premiere. Which of course will be available on Disney+ the next day, and that’s just wonderful news. Since it means, we don’t have to wait all that much longer for the next chapter in a franchise we deeply love, and to properly celebrate this news. Here are more details on this upcoming release, courtesy of Disney.

• “Wizards Beyond Waverly Place,” a continuation of the Emmy® Award-winning “Wizards of Waverly Place,” premieres with two episodes Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 8:00 p.m. EDT on Disney Channel. The first eight episodes will be available on Disney+ and Disney Channel On Demand the next day, Wednesday, Oct. 30.

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• It was also announced that Raven-Symoné (“Raven’s Home”) and Danielle Fishel (“Girl Meets World”) will direct episodes in season one. 

• Series Synopsis: “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. 

• Cast: The series stars David Henrie (as Justin Russo), Janice LeAnn Brown (as Billie), Alkaio Thiele (as Roman Russo), Max Matenko (as Milo Russo), Taylor Cora (as Winter) and Mimi Gianopulos (as Giada Russo). Selena Gomez (as Alex Russo) will guest star in the first episode.

• Credits: Jed Elinoff and Scott Thomas serve as writers and executive producers, along with executive producers Gary Marsh, Jonas Agin, Gomez and Henrie. Andy Fickman directed and executive-produced the pilot and will direct multiple episodes. “Wizards of Waverly Place” was created by Todd Greenwald.

• Following the Disney Channel premiere, two new episodes — including a Halloween-themed episode — will premiere Wednesday, Oct. 30, on Disney Channel. Beginning Nov. 8, episode premieres move to Fridays at 8:00 p.m. EDT, with two episodes weekly.

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