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Original Actor Calls Wizards Revival a Missed Opportunity
5 Aug
Summary
- Wizards Beyond Waverly Place aired its final episode on August 4.
- David DeLuise expressed disappointment with the sequel's conclusion.
- The original series ran for four seasons from 2007 to 2012.
The sequel series, 'Wizards Beyond Waverly Place,' aired its final episode on August 4, marking the conclusion of its run. David DeLuise, who portrayed the father in the original Disney Channel hit 'Wizards of Waverly Place,' voiced his disappointment with the sequel's ending. He commented that the series finale felt like a missed opportunity.
DeLuise suggested that the show's conclusion could have been more impactful if the original cast members had a more significant presence. The original 'Wizards of Waverly Place' series ran for four seasons between 2007 and 2012, and also spawned a television movie during its original run.
The sequel, announced in 2024, saw Selena Gomez and David Henrie return as executive producers and reprising their roles. While Jake T. Austin, who played their onscreen brother, did not return for the revival, other familiar Russo family members made guest appearances.
