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Following the success and appreciation showered upon the original Disney showWizards of Waverly Place,Selena Gomez planned to capitalize on the popularity of her 2007 series, with a brand new and upcoming sequel. However, as the singer/actress awaits her new show, there seem to be some major challenges awaiting her show.
Set to premiere on June 17, 2025, just in time for Halloween, Selena Gomez’sWizards of Waverly Placesequel seems to await a disturbing fate, based on how thePretty Little Liarsreboot got canceled just after two seasons. Well, not just the Max reboot; considering how theGossip Girlreboot and several such shows have fallen into the abyss after failing to get traction, Gomez’s show seems to have a curse to break.
A Spellbinding Return for Selena Gomez’sWizards of Waverly Place
Prior to becoming thebeloved singer, making fans grooveto her music,Selena Gomezhad charmed her way into audiences’ hearts with her antics and magical mishaps as Alex Russo in Disney’s 2007 showWizards of Waverly Place.Appearing in the fantasy teen sitcom created by Todd J. Greenwald, alongside David Henrie and Jake T. Austin, Gomez had garnered appreciation and a loyal fanbase.
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Now, after more than a decade since the end of the beloved Disney show in 2012, Selena Gomez once again made headlines surroundingWizards of Waverly Place. Only this time, it’s about a sequel to the original show. Returning as Alex Russo, with her charisma and newfound experiences, Gomez’s new chapter has promised to rekindle the magic that captivated audiences over a decade ago.
Scheduled to premiere on July 13, 2025, around Halloween, the upcoming sequel will not only see Selena Gomez but also witness David Henrie’s return as Justin Russo. Meanwhile, considering how the original series was a cultural phenomenon, that blended comedy with fantasy and left fans craving for more—the beloved characters’ return with fresh adventures in the new sequel is poised to enchant both old fans and new viewers.
Will Selena Gomez’s Upcoming Show Face the Curse of Reboots?
However, as excitement builds for Selena Gomez’s much-anticipatedsequel toWizards of Waverly Place, there seem to be whispers of concern echoing through the fandom, especially in light of recent reboot misfortunes. Despite the hype surrounding Gomez’s return to Waverly Place, it’s hard not to notice the graveyard of failed reboots littering television history.
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The first one that comes to our mind is Max’sPretty Little Liarsreboot, which aimed to capture the suspenseful thrill of the original, but ended up being a quick flicker. As perCollider, before it could even build the storyline and captivate audiences, the show got canceled after just two seasons. Kicking off in 2022 under the titlePretty Little Liars: Original Sin, the show failed to keep audiences hooked, despite telling new delightfully sinful stories.
Well, it’s not just thePretty Little Liarsreboot—similar fates have befallen theGossip Girlrevival (canceledafter 2 seasons),Heroes Reborn(canceled after 4 seasons),The Odd Couple(canceled after 3 seasons), and evenMagnum, P.I.(canceled after 4 seasons). It seems most of these shows, although returned to pay tribute to the nostalgia, eventually failed to recapture the original show’s spirit.
Therefore, as October approaches and with it, the premiere ofWizards of Waverly Place, there seems to be a rise in anxiety among fans. But as of now, we are left with nothing but hope for Selena Gomez’s magic to break the curse of failed reboots and sequels. With her talent and the original’s charming legacy, maybe this sequel will rise above the reboot graveyard and become a spellbinding success.
Wizards of Waverly Placeis currently available to watch on Disney+
Krittika Mukherjee
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Krittika Mukherjee is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on films, TV shows, and celebrity news with over 3,000 articles published. With an educational background in Journalism, and a keen interest in filmmaking, Krittika blends factual precision with creative flair, when crafting her editorials, or dissecting fan theories.Her coverage often includes news and analyses of critically acclaimed films, celebrity news, and franchises like the Wizarding World, LOTR, DC, and MCU—particularly Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, Superheroes, and fan theories. As a Wizarding World aficionado, Krittika has spent countless hours exploring hidden backstories, unadapted book moments, spells, and trivias surrounding J.K. Rowling’s lore.An imaginative writer with a way with words, Krittika has worked as an entertainment journalist for the past two years and a web content writer for a year. She brought her experience and expertise to FandomWire to pursue her desire for sipping coffee while dissecting films and tracking celebrity drama.
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