Stills from the filming of the series “Wizards of Waverly Place”
The reboot, titled Wizards Beyond Waverly Place, will premiere on Disney Channel and Disney+ this fall.
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Fans of the iconic Disney Channel series Wizards of Waverly Place are rejoicing as the first photos of the long-awaited reboot have finally been released online. Selena Gomez and David Henry return as the beloved Russo siblings, Alex and Justin, in a new project called Wizards Beyond Waverly Place. Actress Selena Gomez, who rose to fame as Alex Russo, will return alongside her on-screen brother David Henry, who played Justin Russo.
The first photos from the reboot show Gomez and Henry holding their magic wands. Gomez looks stylish in a purple blouse and bangs, while Henry wears an emerald green cardigan. Another photo shows the siblings along with fellow actors Janice Leanne Brown, Mimi Gianopulos, Alkaio Thiele and Max Matenko.
During the ABC and Disney Upfronts event in New York City, Gomez treated fans to a brief teaser, calling the show's reboot a "magical homecoming." Fans were also treated to an official plot synopsis and first footage hinting at a thrilling nostalgia ride.
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The reboot, titled Wizards Beyond Waverly Place, will premiere on Disney Channel and Disney+ this fall. According to the official synopsis, Justin decides to lead a normal life with his family, but his plans are ruined when Alex brings Billy to him to learn magic. Justin realizes he needs to brush up on his magical skills to become a wizard's mentor while juggling daily responsibilities and protecting the future of the Wizarding World.
Wizards of Waverly Place fans are eagerly awaiting the release of the sequel. According to Gomez, the reboot will feature everything fans loved about the original series, plus some new surprises.
The original Wizards of Waverly Place aired from 2007 to 2012 and became one of Disney Channel's most popular shows. The series follows the adventures of the Russo family, who have a secret: they are wizards. The reboot promises to bring back beloved characters and their magical adventures, as well as exciting new storylines.