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So I watched the first 2 episodes and here's what I have to say...

Justin is still funny, Alex is still Alex, Billie is adorable, The plot is okay, the theme is okay, I'm glad that Max is a billionaire, everything is okay. However there are things that are very confusing like how did Justin get fired from a "unicorn incident" and how does he have the powers? If he has two kids, would they have powers too? Also why didn't he just tell his wife that he was a wizard after he was fired? And what why did Justin and Juliet break up? There are so many questions that needs to be answered. But overall it's fun, it's enjoyable.

I enjoyed this much more than I thought I would.

David Henrie is brilliant in this, I love his performance. The kids do a great job.

The show does have a few cheesy lines but looking back the original show did too.

I actually laughed out loud.

Only two episodes so far. I believe it was a good introduction to Billie, they were cast perfectly. I wish we'd have a more teenager cast like the old show. Why is it most Disney shows nowadays are very young kids? Did it use to be like this in the golden Disney days or I'm just getting old?

Anyway, I still think they did the right thing with the casting, the show is good so far and I hope they don't cancel this.

Can't wait to see what comes next.

I cried at the end of the first episode...this show is so special to me and for so many people who grew up watching this, and I rewatched it 2x and it is still funny and has a place in my heart like no other show from that era. They did it great back then and I believe it still going to be amazing now. I was so worried that it would be like Raven's Home (that sadly was kinda of boring just focusing on kids and barely Raven's problems) but here the magic and wizard world is still the main focus and that is amazing! No other show by Disney channel had so much importance than Wizards Of Waverly Place, 4 seasons, 1 movie, 1 special after the show ended and now a reboot!

Give it a try you won't regret, your inner child will be proud of you.

The one thing I really don't understand is why they keep doing reboots without the original cast. Yay wow Selena was in on episode. Where's Max? Where's Harper? Where's Mr & Mrs Russo? They literally were the heart and soul that made the original so good. It's really lacking the "magic" that it made is so loved by children and their parents! It was hard as an adult to watch this and see that they're still using the same weird Disney Channel humour.. They should have done a young sheldon approach. They took out the laugh track and filler humour and made a heart felt show that still had some comedy that seemed natural and was true to his parent show.

I'm not even sure if they should have a season 2. Maybe if they bring back the real superstars who made the show so good. Even Selena why are you doing a half job!? Do you know how long we've been waiting to see you play Alex Russo again? And that's what you give us? Go big or go home and i think you guys should all go home.

I LOVED IT !

I have been waiting all year for this to come out and I finished every episode in 1 day.

I already want more episodes I didn't want to stop watching.

I love the new characters, I would however like to see more of Alex as I'm a huge Selena Gomez fan and Alex was always my favourite Disney channel character as a kid. We also need good throwback with Alex and harper singing the hat song :D

I found her hilarious, Wizards of Waverly place was always my favourite show and I'm so happy that it's back with a twist.

Keep those episodes coming Wizards beyond Waverly place crew because I already can't get enough. <3.

I mean I understand that this is a Disney+ show and it's targeted towards kids I think that majority of the people who will watch it are actually adults who grew up on the original show... this just feels so childish... and like I said I get it's it's for "kids" I didn't expect anything more mature or adulty than the original one but something on a similar level...? Billie is great very Alex-core and I love that for her. Justin is such a Justin which is also great but the rest of the characters just feel like they are straight out of a kids show like lazy town or something 😂 the vibe just isn't vibing maybe it'll get better in few years when the characters get a little older but tbh I doubt the show will survive few years it'll probably be cancelled after 2 seasons or so... anyway if you are looking for something similar to the original wizards of WP this might be it but don't get your hopes up cause it's nowhere near to be even half as good...

This should be something the original viewers can watch with their kids or either generation can enjoy alone. If you're going to make so many changes that don't go along with the original, just create a new show! Why do this?

Horrible over-acting from some of the characters (looking at you "Giada") while others are fine. There are so many plot holes that don't match the original. This is clearly made for younger kids who won't question why so many things go directly against the plot points of whole episodes from the original. All in all a complete fail. If you want to do a reboot, fine. If you want to target the kids of the people who originally watched it, fine but don't change core concepts. It also leaves a lot of questions unanswered. Maybe they'll answer them in later seasons but as of yet it seems were just left pretending some things just never happened?

Its a great blend of the original format of the show whilst keeping it relevant to current times with enough change to jeep it fresh and interesring.

I had reservations about it before it was released but im pleased to say that its just as fun as the original series with Billie being amazingly similar to alex with the boys being perfectly written as Justin's and Max's characters.

Absolutely love the twists with Billie learning to control her magic as well as the brilliant stories and funny moments.

The familiarity and use of original sets and subtle character mentions make this a must watch for anyone who was a fan of the original series.

I am trying to comprehend why this horrendous show has been foisted upon an innocent and unsuspecting public. This new Wizards does not deserve to share the same name as the original, it has absolutely none of the original magic that made the first show great. The new cast is ridiculous and I can't understand why this new character, "Billie" is even on Wizards, why are we not seeing Justin's children work through the challenges of everyday life as young wizards?

Billie is an unappealing and over acting new character that is so unnecessary she makes almost the whole show unwatchable. Sadly though, the old characters make this train wreck impossible to sit through as well. It is like our old friends from the original series have forgotten who their characters were or Justin and Alex's bodies have been taken over by aliens and are pretending to be our favorite brother and sister duo, but they can't act to save their lives. What really irks me though is how unnecessary this show truly is. This just emphasizes the fact that we will never have great television shows like we did when we were growing up, and that these shows should be loved and appreciated for what they were. The past should be revered, it does not need to be remade as it will never be as beloved as the original.

My kids watched this growing up and were obcessed and now my grandkids are loving it. My adult kids were always hoping that the show would come back and it did.

David and Selena still got it. The new cast fit right in and we love the transition to the story. And wait to see more of the series. We are looking forward to seeing more of the past characters blend in from time to time. David Henrie is hysterical And the kids that were chosen for him were cast perfectly. We don't want to compare it to the first show because it's not this is a continuation and people need to realize that. Just like in real life things change.

Remember all the wonderful things you liked about the original series? You won't find it here.

The child actors on this series are reaply negative role models for young viewers. Alkaio Thiele who plays the older Russo child is just painful to watch. He screams his lines at full volume and acts like he has had a quad expresso before every take.

The writers simply do not know how to write dialogue for children. All of the child characters are far too adult and far too sassy to be believable. Normal childrenmdo NOT behave like this.

The entire pilot episode lacked the "sense of wonder" found in the original series. The reboot seems stale and jaded.

As an reviewer that grew up with the original show of Wizards of Waverly Place, I am glad that the reboot series has appeared for a new generation of kids to see the magic & humor that I experienced as a child. Now I've read the reviews on here comparing this series to the original series and I'm here to say that you should never compare anything to the original because you will just find yourself disappointed. Wizards Beyond Waverly Place is its own magical art piece that continues the story of the beloved original series in its own way. I wholeheartedly respect the creative process and choices that went into the casting, the acting, dialogue and character development of new and old characters. I hope to see more great things from this series.

"Wizards Beyond Waverly Place," directed by Jed Elinoff, Todd J. Greenwald, and Scott Thomas, is a 2024 reboot of the beloved Disney Channel series "Wizards of Waverly Place." The show follows Justin Russo, played by David Henrie, who has now become a vice principal living on Staten Island with his investigative reporter wife, Giada, and their sons, Roman and Milo. Justin retains his magical abilities, but he has put his wizarding days behind him, unaware that his rebellious and spunky 12-year-old niece, Billie, will arrive at their home, bringing magic back into their lives.

The series opens on a seemingly ordinary day in the Russo household, with Milo and Roman bickering over their shared room and Justin eager to celebrate his 34th birthday. However, when his sister Alex, played by Selena Gomez, visits unexpectedly, desperate for Justin's help, the Russos' lives are completely upended.

The show's humor and charm are reminiscent of the original series, with witty writing and quick-witted performances from the cast. Janice LeAnn Brown shines as Billie, bringing a fresh energy and humor to the role. David Henrie and Selena Gomez seamlessly step back into their beloved roles, adding a sense of nostalgia and familiarity.

The special effects have improved significantly since the original series, creating a crisp and fantastical feel that was not possible previously. The magic depicted feels more realistic and engaging, enhancing the overall experience.

The first two episodes, "Everything is Not What It Seems" and "Mortal Vibes Only," showcase the show's potential. In the pilot, Milo is accidentally frozen, and Billie and Roman try to stash his body in the garage, adding to the humor of the moment. In Episode 2, a potion mishap disappears the lower half of Roman's body and Milo's upper half, further emphasizing the show's comedic elements.

"Wizards Beyond Waverly Place" has a solid foundation to build upon, but it soars because of its cast and the nostalgic appeal it offers to longtime fans. The show's themes of family, responsibility, and the power of magic remain central, but the new cast reinforces the importance of staying true to oneself.

Overall, "Wizards Beyond Waverly Place" is a worthy follow-up to its legendary original that will undoubtedly delight newcomers and longtime fans.

Rating: 8 out of 10.

Besides Selena Gomez every other character is really awkward. The kid's and David Henrie's acting is a bit melodramatic and overly exaggerated. Selena's acting is very balanced and interesting as always. If it wasn't for her.. it would've sucked hard.

The new girl.. Janice is also good. Her acting is not over the top or melodramatic.

The story line is predicable and I hate to compare this with the original Wizards of waverly place.. but.. I wish that this show is a bit unpredictable like that one. The humor is not even in par with Wizards of waverly place... The humor is a bit cringe and overly childish.

I'm 2 episodes in and I like it so far but I have 1 big issue. Justin is really here lying to his wife face over and over. It's actually getting annoying and I need him to tell her asap because it's like Disney is promoting lying to your spouse. Also, how does he still even have powers if he is married to a mortal. That was literally a whole thing in the original series. I wish Selena was a regular case member because her wit makes it feel like old time along with Justin. Also, I wish the kids were all older cause these kids no older than 13 making the show more childish and less magical then it was. At the very least stop all this lying cause it's ruining it for me. I would give it 10 stars but the lying to your wife about magic and lying to cover up that lie makes no sense to me. Also, shouldn't the kids have magic.