Selena Gomez and David Henrie are reuniting for a sequel to Disney’s iconic comedy series, “Wizards of Waverly Place.”
Key takeaways:
- Selena Gomez and David Henrie reunite for a sequel to Disney’s “Wizards of Waverly Place.”
- It’s not a reboot but a fresh take, with Gomez guest-starring as Alex Russo and also serving as a producer.
- The pilot, greenlit by Disney Branded Television, introduces new cast members and follows an adult Justin Russo,
Selena Gomez recently discussed her highly anticipated return to the “Wizards of Waverly Place” universe, the beloved Disney series that catapulted her to stardom.
During an appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” Gomez shared insights into the upcoming series, emphasizing that it’s not a reboot but rather a fresh take on the familiar characters.
“It’s gonna be really fun,” Gomez expressed her excitement for the series, highlighting her eagerness to bring the characters back in a new light. Despite the changes, she assured fans that wizards would still be a central element, affirming, “I am the family wizard.”
Wizards of Waverly Place,” which originally aired when Gomez was 15, centers on a family of wizards living in New York City. Gomez portrays Alex, one of three siblings navigating their magical abilities.
In the series finale, Alex becomes the family wizard, surpassing her brothers Max and Justin.
Gomez is set to guest star in the pilot episode and is also serving as one of the series’ producers.
Disney Branded Television has greenlit a pilot for the follow-up, with Gomez and Henrie serving as executive producers.
Gomez will guest star as Alex Russo, while Henrie will reprise his role as Justin Russo as a series regular.
Joining them are new cast members Janice LeAnn Brown, Alkaio Thiele, and Mimi Gianopulos.
Brown portrays the powerful young wizard Billie, Thiele plays Justin’s oldest son Roman Russo, and Gianopulos takes on the role of Justin’s wife, Giada.
The sequel pilot, helmed by writers and executive producers Jed Elinoff and Scott Thomas, picks up after a mysterious event at WizTech.
An adult Justin Russo, now living a normal life with his wife and sons, is drawn back into the wizarding world when a young wizard in need of training appears.
Marsh, the former Disney Channels creative executive behind “Wizards of Waverly Place,” played a key role in Gomez’s casting after discovering her in Dallas.
