Disney’s Wizards Beyond Waverly Place Returns for Second Season
Disney Branded Television is thrilled to announce the renewal of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place for a second season, much to the delight of fans both new and old. This decision comes just a month after the conclusion of the show’s successful first season, which consisted of 21 engaging episodes. Production for the upcoming season is slated to commence in April in Los Angeles.
Star and Executive Producer Weighs In
David Henrie, who stars in and produces the series, expressed his excitement about the renewal, stating, “I’m overwhelmed by all the love for the series and ready to keep serving this new generation of Wizards fans with more Russo magic.”He further teased the audience by saying, “So many surprises are in store for this second season. It’s going to be big, so stay tuned.”
A Brief Overview of the Series
Since its premiere, Wizards Beyond Waverly Place has sparked considerable interest. The series serves as an evolution of the original Wizards of Waverly Place that aired from 2007 to 2012. In this modern sequel, viewers find an adult Justin Russo, played by Henrie, navigating life as a typical family man alongside his wife (Mimi Gianopulos) and their children (Alkaio Thiele and Max Matenko). Their world turns magical again when Justin’s sister, Alex (guest star and executive producer Selena Gomez), returns with a young wizard named Billie (Janice LeAnn Brown) seeking guidance.
Record-Breaking Launch
Airing on Disney Channel and streaming on Disney+, the show made a remarkable impact during its launch. The debut episode achieved the title of Disney Channel’s best-ever series launch on their streaming platform, amassing an impressive 3.2 million total viewings within just 12 days. Moreover, the pilot episode was uploaded to YouTube, where it has since garnered over 320,000 hours of viewing time as of March 28.
Collaboration and Creative Vision
Henrie also shared insights with The Hollywood Reporter about the genesis of the series. He and Gomez had previously discussed the futures of their beloved characters before deciding to pitch the show collectively. According to Henrie, they both realized, “I think we got a show here,” and he expressed that he would not want to proceed without Gomez’s partnership, to which she enthusiastically agreed.
Behind the Scenes Talent
The creative team behind Wizards Beyond Waverly Place includes writers and executive producers Jed Elinoff and Scott Thomas, alongside Gary Marsh, Jonas Agin, Gomez, and Henrie. The original series was created by Todd Greenwald, and this latest iteration continues to build on the cherished legacy of Waverly Place.
With its blend of nostalgia and fresh storylines, this upcoming season is generating buzz and anticipation among fans, promising to deliver another delightful chapter in the Wizards saga.