Fans of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place have reason to celebrate. Disney Branded Television has officially renewed the hit series for a second season. The announcement comes after the show’s wildly successful debut, which broke records on Disney+ and generated immense engagement across social media. Production for the new season is set to begin next month in Los Angeles.
David Henrie Shares His Excitement
David Henrie, who not only stars as Justin Russo but also serves as an executive producer, expressed his gratitude and enthusiasm for the renewal:
“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, while continuing to deliver a big warm hug to the original fans! So many surprises in store for this second season. It’s going to be big, so stay tuned!”
Henrie’s words hint at more exciting magical adventures ahead, promising nostalgic moments for longtime fans while also introducing fresh storylines for a new generation.
A Record-Breaking Premiere
The renewal follows an incredibly strong start for Wizards Beyond Waverly Place. The premiere episode became Disney Channel’s most-watched series premiere ever on Disney+, attracting 3.2 million views globally in just 12 days.
Beyond streaming, the series has been a massive success across multiple platforms:
- The premiere episode, posted on Disney Channel’s official YouTube channel, has garnered over 2.3 million views and 320,000 hours of watch time.
- Across Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, the series has generated more than 294 million total impressions and over 23 million engagements as of March 28, 2025.
The show’s popularity demonstrates the lasting impact of the Wizards of Waverly Place franchise while successfully expanding its reach to new audiences.
What’s Next for the Russo Family?
Wizards Beyond Waverly Place picks up years after the events of the original series, following an adult Justin Russo who has chosen to live a normal, mortal life with his family. His wife, Giada, and their two kids, Roman and Milo, keep him grounded, but when his sister Alex Russo brings a young wizard-in-training named Billie to his doorstep, Justin must once again embrace his magical past.
Balancing family life, magic, and the responsibility of mentoring a new wizard, Justin faces challenges that could determine the fate of the Wizard World.
Meet the Cast
The series brings together both familiar and new faces.
- David Henrie as Justin Russo
- Janice LeAnn Brown as Billie
- Alkaio Thiele as Roman Russo
- Max Matenko as Milo Russo
- Taylor Cora as Winter
- Mimi Gianopulos as Giada Russo
The Magic Behind the Scenes
In addition to David Henrie, the series boasts an impressive team of executive producers, including Selena Gomez, who starred as Alex Russo in the original series. Also serving as executive producers are Jed Elinoff, Scott Thomas, Gary Marsh, and Jonas Agin. The Wizards of Waverly Place legacy continues under their creative guidance.
Where to Watch
Fans who haven’t yet caught up on the magic can binge-watch all episodes of Season 1 now streaming on Disney+. With Season 2 officially in the works, now is the perfect time to relive the Russo family’s latest adventures.
Stay tuned for more updates as production begins and get ready for another season of spells, surprises, and Russo family fun.
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