Wizards Beyond Waverly Place
Wizards Beyond Waverly Place
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Wizards Beyond Waverly Place

8.9
Yr 2024
Status Ended
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Series Brief

Overview

Justin Russo has chosen to lead a normal, mortal life with his family, Giada, Roman and Milo. But 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.

Status

Latest

  • Series to end with season 3 in August July 15, 2026
Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 78 /100

Critical reception for Wizards Beyond Waverly Place is largely positive, with reviewers praising its ability to balance Gen Z nostalgia with fresh, fun content suitable for new viewers. Critics generally agree that the series captures the spirit of the original through a “wickedly funny” cast and humorous writing that successfully pays homage to the source material.

While the show is widely considered a successful and comfortable return to the franchise, some reviewers noted that it occasionally struggles to differentiate itself from the original or requires more time to fully develop its new characters. Despite these minor critiques regarding character depth, the consensus remains that the sequel is a charming and enjoyable addition to the Disney repertoire.

“The jokes are hilarious, the acting is great and the chemistry amongst all the characters is palpable.”

“Boasts a wickedly funny cast that mirrors the original, sets up some more serious emotional throughlines, and balances nostalgia and new magic.”

“The comedy pays homage to the previous show and offers new and unique storylines for a new generation.”

“Manages to satisfy Gen Z nostalgia while still feeling fun and relevant to kids unfamiliar with the original Russo family.”

Transmission Paths

Where to Watch

Disney Plus
CA • US • UK
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Why fans love it

Wizards Beyond Waverly Place operates as a sequel that balances a cheerful domestic tone with the inherent suspense of protecting a hidden magical world. The series focuses on the sharp transition from a settled, mortal lifestyle back into the complexities of spellcasting, grounded by a family dynamic that feels both grounded and supernatural. It avoids the heaviness often associated with fantasy reboots, opting instead for a brisk, lighthearted energy.

Selena Gomez returns to the world of the original series to spark a narrative shift, pushing the focus toward the complications of mentoring a new generation. By pairing high-stakes wizardry with the mundane chores of raising children, the show finds a distinct rhythm in how magic bleeds into everyday domesticity. The result is a nostalgic continuation that keeps the humor front and center while slowly expanding the responsibilities of the legacy characters.

Featured Players

Cast

Credited 59
Regulars 5
Longest run 7 eps
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David DeLuise as Jerry Russo 2 episodes Aiden Arnold as Student Zombie #1 1 episode James Irving Kono as Student Zombie #4 1 episode Darien Sills-Evans as Superintendent Kowalski 1 episode Julia Grace Ner as Student Zombie #2 1 episode Jacklyn Diaz as Student Zombie #3 1 episode Dee Bradley Baker as Phantomus 3 episodes Kirsten Vangsness as Bigelow McFigglehorn 6 episodes J.J. Nolan as Morphia Murkshadow 1 episode Eleanor Sweeney as Bella Bianchi 4 episodes Kristin Hensley as Anita Bianchi 1 episode Mykal-Michelle Harris as Nerissa 1 episode Sarrie Thompson as Iggy 2 episodes John DiMaggio as Gnome (voice) 5 episodes Amir Talai as Alistair Goodspeed 1 episode Austin Brady as The Hand 1 episode Adam Chambers as Nigel Dragonberry 1 episode Yuvi Hecht as Xander Dragonberry 1 episode Patrick Bristow as Wizardpedia 3 episodes Britt Chandler Johnson as Emcee 1 episode David Andrew Calvillo as Host 1 episode Ivy Perkins as Automated Voice (voice) 1 episode Miguel Pinzon as Martim 1 episode Camila Rodriguez as Eva Morales 1 episode Rory Keane as Centaur 2 episodes Kingslei Michelle Love as Lucy 1 episode Caroline Valencia as Sage 1 episode Jaeden White as Parker 1 episode DeRon J. Powell as Cyclops 2 episodes Sage Porter as Wizard Market Vendor 1 episode Arline Loux as Witch (uncredited) 1 episode Matthew Willig as Archive Guard 1 episode Maria Canals-Barrera as Theresa Russo 2 episodes Ian Gary as Wishing Squonk 1 episode Ramon Reed as Silas Evilini 1 episode Tobias Jelinek as Lord Morsus 2 episodes Patrick Cox as Thorn Blazeheart 2 episodes Freya Skye as Piper 2 episodes Bill Chott as Mr. Laritate 1 episode Isaac Bae as Francis 1 episode Lizzie Freeman as Scorchy (voice) 1 episode Audrianna Lico as Karina Kowalski 1 episode Sean Whalen as Mantooth 1 episode Kaylee Hoffman as Trick-or-Treater (uncredited) 1 episode Recker Eans as Quentin 4 episodes Harvey Guillén as Gossip Stone 1 episode Adam Nemet as Orc 1 episode Remy Whitted as Young Billie 1 episode Brandon Micheal Hall as Damien Penwulf 2 episodes Gregg Sulkin as Mason Greyback 1 episode Jennifer Stone as Harper Finkle 2 episodes
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Keyword Cloud

Keywords

sequel nostalgic wizard suspenseful cheerful
Technical Sheet

Details

First Aired
October 29, 2024
Status
Ended
Origin
US
TMDB Votes
201