Selena Gomez
The Russo siblings are set to take audiences on a nostalgic journey back to their childhood.
Selena Gomez unveiled a sneak peek of the upcoming “Wizards of Waverly Place” spinoff series during Disney’s upfront event on Tuesday. The new series is titled “Wizards Beyond Waverly Place.”
Disney released two photos, including one of Gomez and co-star David Henrie reprising their roles as siblings Alex and Justin Russo. The image captures the duo holding wands in the familiar setting of the Waverly Sub Station family lair in New York.
Gomez and Henrie serve as executive producers of the series, joined by Gary Marsh, President and Chief Creative Officer of Disney Channels, along with writers Jed Elinoff (known for “Raven’s Home”) and Scott Thomas (known for “Paris Hilton’s My New BFF”).
First-look photo reveals Justin Russo’s new family
The second photo introduces Justin’s new family, featuring his partner Giada Russo (played by Mimi Gianopulos) and their sons, Roman Russo and Milo Russo (played by young actors Alkaio Thiele and Max Matenko, respectively).
The new series follows an adult Justin, who has given up his powers to live a mortal life with his family, mirroring his father’s choice. In the first episode, Alex brings a wizard child named Billie (played by Janice LeAnn Brown) for Justin to raise and mentor while he and Giada care for Roman and Milo
The original sitcom aired for four seasons from 2007 to 2012 on Disney Channel and spawned the film “Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie” and the TV special “The Wizards Return: Alex vs. Alex.”
‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ reboot release date
“Wizards Beyond Waverly Place” is scheduled to release later this year on Disney Channel and Disney+.
A specific release date has yet to be announced.
Who’s coming back for the ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ reboot?
The confirmed cast members for “Wizards Beyond Waverly Place” are:
David Henrie as Justin Russo
Selena Gomez as Alex Russo
Janice LeAnn Brown as Billie
Mimi Gianopulos as Giada Russo
Alkaio Thiele as Roman Russo
Max Matenko as Milo Russo
Taylor Cora as Winter
