Wizards of Waverly Place (2007)
Wizards of Waverly Place is a 2007 comedy series created by Todd J. Greenwald. It stars Selena Gomez, David Henrie and Jake T. Austin.
The Russo kids are wizards in training, which sounds glamorous until you remember they still have to clock in at the family sandwich shop. Alex, Justin, and Max share a magic that only one of them will get to keep, so their childhood doubles as a long, low-stakes contest under the eye of their patient parents. Set above the Waverly Sub Station in New York, the sitcom mixes spellbook mishaps with sibling bickering and school-day trouble, letting the magic amplify the ordinary mess of growing up in a loud, close family.
Quick answers
What is Wizards of Waverly Place about?
The Russo kids are wizards in training, which sounds glamorous until you remember they still have to clock in at the family sandwich shop. Alex, Justin, and Max share a magic that only one of them will get to keep, so their childhood doubles as a long, low-stakes contest under the eye of their patient parents. Set above the Waverly Sub Station in New York, the sitcom mixes spellbook mishaps with sibling bickering and school-day trouble, letting the magic amplify the ordinary mess of growing up in a loud, close family.
When was Wizards of Waverly Place released?
Wizards of Waverly Place was released on 12 October 2007.
How many episodes does Wizards of Waverly Place have?
Wizards of Waverly Place has 106 episodes across 4 seasons.
Who made Wizards of Waverly Place?
Wizards of Waverly Place was created by Todd J. Greenwald.
Where can I watch Wizards of Waverly Place?
Wizards of Waverly Place is available on Disney+, Amazon and AppleTV.
Where to watch Wizards of Waverly Place
Stream: Disney+
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Cast
- Selena Gomez as Alex Russo
- David Henrie as Justin Russo
- Jake T. Austin as Max Russo
- Jennifer Stone as Harper Finkle
- David DeLuise as Jerry Russo
- Maria Canals-Barrera as Theresa Russo
- Dan Benson as Zeke Beakerman
- Bill Chott as Mr. Laritate
- Gregg Sulkin as Mason Greyback
- Bridgit Mendler as Juliet van Heusen
- Ian Abercrombie as Professor Crumbs
- Amanda Tepe as Store Manager
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A few thoughts on Wizards of Waverly Place
For more of the Russo family, The Wizards Return: Alex vs. Alex hands Alex a bigger adventure and a magical crisis abroad, keeping the same blend of sibling comedy and spellwork. Wizards of Waverly Place: Wizard School pulls the story back to the classroom where the wizardry is still being learned. Easy picks if you liked the show's warm, silly energy.
Family magic movies, plus the Waverly Place specials
Wizards of Waverly Place mixes spellbook mishaps with everyday family chaos, and these keep that lighter magic going. Two Waverly specials pick up the Russo kids directly, while Spiderwick and Twitches bring the same kid-friendly enchantment, secret powers, and sibling teamwork to the big screen.
Young people hiding powers inside an ordinary life
The Russo kids juggle magic with homework and shifts at the family sandwich shop, and these follow young heroes keeping powers secret alongside a normal life. From a teen with a hidden superhero identity to kids mastering the elements, the fun is watching the magic complicate the everyday rather than replace it.
Comedies about a loud, loving, chaotic family
Under the wizardry, Waverly Place is a sibling sitcom about a boisterous family, and these are comedies built on the same chaos. Bickering brothers and sisters, worn-out parents, and a household where every week something goes hilariously sideways.
Grown-up fantasy for when Waverly fans get older
For viewers who grew up on Waverly Place, these swap the sandwich shop for thrones and open war. Same appetite for magic and larger-than-life powers, aimed at an older crowd with higher stakes and much darker turns. A natural next step once the Disney sparkle wears off.