Twelve years after the curtains closed on "Wizards of Waverly Place," the bustling Big Apple has welcomed a fresh face in the world of wizardry. The sequel series, "Wizards Beyond Waverly Place," has arrived on Disney+, marking a triumphant return 17 years after the original teenage fantasy show catapulted the careers of Selena Gomez, David Henrie, and Jake T. Austin into the limelight. The spinoff sitcom shines the spotlight on Janice LeAnn Brown's Billie, a young wizard of immense power who is eager for guidance. In her quest, she reconnects with the now-matured Justin Russo (reprised masterfully by Henrie), who has bid farewell to his wizardly days to embrace a life devoid of magic, now residing on Staten Island with his wife and two sons.
Gomez and Henrie, serving as executive producers, have assembled an all-star cast including Alkaio Thiele, Max Matenko, Taylor Cora, Mimi Gianopulos, Jed Elinoff, and Scott Thomas. Gomez herself makes a magical guest appearance, adding an extra layer of nostalgia to the series. During the premiere event, the Rare Beauty founder revealed to The Hollywood Reporter, "It felt like stepping back into a comforting embrace... It was hilarious because when I showed it to my mom, she burst into laughter. She exclaimed, 'You two still have the magic!' Indeed, we bring out the best in each other."
"Wizards of Waverly Place" ran for four enchanting seasons from 2006 to 2012, spawning a movie and a TV special, all now available on Disney+. The original series starred Gomez as Alex Russo, a teenage wizard residing in New York with her family. It followed Alex, her siblings Justin (Henrie) and Max (Austin), and their journey of mastering magical abilities under the tutelage of their father, Jerry (David DeLuise).
Keep scrolling for insights on how to watch "Wizards Beyond Waverly Place" with or without cable, along with the top Disney+ deals currently available.
**How to Watch "Wizards Beyond Waverly Place" on Cable: Episode Schedule**
Across 10 spellbinding installments, "Wizards Beyond Waverly Place" premiered on the Disney Channel on Tuesday, October 29th, at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET with its initial two chapters. Two additional episodes aired the following day, and the remaining six episodes will air every Friday at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET, culminating in the grand finale on November 22nd. Each episode ranges from 23 to 28 minutes of magical storytelling.
For cord-cutters, the spinoff can be enjoyed online at disneynow.com by logging in with TV provider credentials, encompassing both streaming and traditional services like DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Verizon, Xfinity, and more. (Select cable providers offering trials, such as DirecTV, Hulu + Live TV, and Sling, allow you to watch the series for free upon signup.)
**How to Watch "Wizards Beyond Waverly Place" Online Without Cable, Plus the Best Disney+ Deals**
All episodes of "Wizards Beyond Waverly Place" are now exclusively streaming on Disney+, priced at $9.99 per month for the ad-supported Basic plan or $15.99 per month for the Premium tier, devoid of advertisements. The streaming platform is also the home of "Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie" (2009) and "The Wizards Return: Alex vs. Alex" (2013), further enriching your magical viewing experience.
