«Everything, it seems: Wizards of Waverly Place is returning with a sequel!»
15 may 2024 в 17:40
Everything is as it seems now, as the series «Wizards of Waverly Place» gets a continuation! This popular Disney Channel sitcom made such a magical impression on viewers that it is now getting a reboot during this era of sequels, prequels, and requels! The plot of «Wizards Beyond Waverly Place» focuses on the life of one of the main characters outside the wizarding world with a completely new cast of actors. And fans can expect to see one huge character in the first episode: Alex Russo, played by Selena Gomez!
On January 26, 2024, David DeLuise and David Henrie, who played father and son in the series, posted a group photo with Selena and her colleague Maria Canals-Barrera on Instagram. «Russo ❤️ is back», - they captioned it, hinting that the photo was taken recently. Jake T. Austin also recently reposted posts from his former colleagues on his Instagram story, hinting that he may make an appearance.
A few days ago, Selena and some of her colleagues were spotted in behind-the-scenes photos from the set of the continuation. They all gathered together and posed, looking happy.
To find out about the cast, plot, and other details of the continuation, keep reading!
According to Deadline, Selena will appear in the pilot episode of the show. However, it is currently unknown if she will return in subsequent episodes in the role of Alex Russo. Selena’s TV brother, David Henrie, will return to his role as Justin Russo as a regular character in the series.
The new cast will include faces like Janice LeAnn Brown, Alkaios Tile, and Mimi Gianopoulos.
In the original series, Jake T. Austin played Max, David DeLuise played Jerry, Jennifer Stone played Harper, and Maria Canals-Barrera played Theresa. Among other stars were Gregg Sulkin as Alex’s boyfriend, Mason, and Bridgit Mendler as Justin’s girlfriend, Juliet.
In response to a comment on social media, David assured fans that he and the other original actors plan to return for the new series. «We definitely plan to bring back the original cast for the series», - David commented.
Jake seems to have confirmed that he will appear, reposting David’s post on his Instagram story. «Wow! Looking forward to reuniting with my magical family», - he wrote on January 27, according to Us Weekly.
According to reports, the new series will show how Justin lives a normal life outside the Wizarding World. After a mysterious incident at WizardTech, a powerful young wizard named Billy needs training and turns to Justin for help. However, now adult Justin is living a human life with his wife and children. Now he will have to return to his past to help the new wizardess master all the intricacies.
When Jimmy Kimmel asked Selena about the «reboot» in a February 2024 interview, she clarified that he used the wrong term for the show. «It's not a reboot. It will be a different version, I think», - she said. «It will be really fun. I was excited to have the opportunity to bring back the characters».
It is currently unclear when the new series «Wizards of Waverly Place» will be released. The original series aired from 2007 to 2012.
According to reports, the series ended so that Selena could pursue other acting roles. However, she has never publicly confirmed this rumor. A year after the show ended, the actors reunited for a TV movie sequel called «The Wizards Return: Alex vs. Alex».
In 2023, Jennifer revealed on one of the episodes of her podcast with David, «The Wizards of Waverly Podcast», - that Selena turned down the opportunity to appear in the spin-off «Alex-Harper» due to her busy schedule.
«I don’t know how true this is, but I was told that Selena was offered to appear in the 'Harper-Alex' spin-off», - Jennifer said. «She declined because she had a lot of other things going on»
On January 26, 2024, David DeLuise and David Henrie, who played father and son in the series, posted a group photo with Selena and her colleague Maria Canals-Barrera on Instagram. «Russo ❤️ is back», - they captioned it, hinting that the photo was taken recently. Jake T. Austin also recently reposted posts from his former colleagues on his Instagram story, hinting that he may make an appearance.
A few days ago, Selena and some of her colleagues were spotted in behind-the-scenes photos from the set of the continuation. They all gathered together and posed, looking happy.
To find out about the cast, plot, and other details of the continuation, keep reading!
According to Deadline, Selena will appear in the pilot episode of the show. However, it is currently unknown if she will return in subsequent episodes in the role of Alex Russo. Selena’s TV brother, David Henrie, will return to his role as Justin Russo as a regular character in the series.
The new cast will include faces like Janice LeAnn Brown, Alkaios Tile, and Mimi Gianopoulos.
In the original series, Jake T. Austin played Max, David DeLuise played Jerry, Jennifer Stone played Harper, and Maria Canals-Barrera played Theresa. Among other stars were Gregg Sulkin as Alex’s boyfriend, Mason, and Bridgit Mendler as Justin’s girlfriend, Juliet.
In response to a comment on social media, David assured fans that he and the other original actors plan to return for the new series. «We definitely plan to bring back the original cast for the series», - David commented.
Jake seems to have confirmed that he will appear, reposting David’s post on his Instagram story. «Wow! Looking forward to reuniting with my magical family», - he wrote on January 27, according to Us Weekly.
According to reports, the new series will show how Justin lives a normal life outside the Wizarding World. After a mysterious incident at WizardTech, a powerful young wizard named Billy needs training and turns to Justin for help. However, now adult Justin is living a human life with his wife and children. Now he will have to return to his past to help the new wizardess master all the intricacies.
When Jimmy Kimmel asked Selena about the «reboot» in a February 2024 interview, she clarified that he used the wrong term for the show. «It's not a reboot. It will be a different version, I think», - she said. «It will be really fun. I was excited to have the opportunity to bring back the characters».
It is currently unclear when the new series «Wizards of Waverly Place» will be released. The original series aired from 2007 to 2012.
According to reports, the series ended so that Selena could pursue other acting roles. However, she has never publicly confirmed this rumor. A year after the show ended, the actors reunited for a TV movie sequel called «The Wizards Return: Alex vs. Alex».
In 2023, Jennifer revealed on one of the episodes of her podcast with David, «The Wizards of Waverly Podcast», - that Selena turned down the opportunity to appear in the spin-off «Alex-Harper» due to her busy schedule.
«I don’t know how true this is, but I was told that Selena was offered to appear in the 'Harper-Alex' spin-off», - Jennifer said. «She declined because she had a lot of other things going on»
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