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Wizards of Waverly Place Watch Order in the correct order

How to watch the Wizards of Waverly Place shows and movies in order

Last updated: September 30 2026

Written by: ChronoBob

Wizards of Waverly Place launched Selena Gomez to stardom and grew into a series, a movie, and a modern sequel show. A watch order guide keeps the Russo family's magical adventures in order.

Wizards of Waverly Place follows the Russo siblings β€” Alex, Justin, and Max β€” who juggle ordinary teenage life with secret wizard training in New York City. A hit Disney Channel series, it expanded with a TV movie and, years later, a sequel series continuing the magic for a new generation.

πŸ• Release Order

Release order tracks the Russo family from their original run through the franchise's revival.

  1. Wizards of Waverly Place (2007–2012)
  2. Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie (2009)
  3. The Wizards Return: Alex vs. Alex (2013)
  4. Wizards Beyond Waverly Place (2024)

Story chronology follows the same order, with the movie and specials fitting neatly within and after the original series' run.

πŸ“– Story Chronology

Watch the original series, with the theatrical-style movie landing during its run and 'The Wizards Return' serving as a follow-up special. The recent 'Wizards Beyond Waverly Place' is a sequel set years later, so it belongs at the very end.

  1. Wizards of Waverly Place (2007–2012)
  2. Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie (2009)
  3. The Wizards Return: Alex vs. Alex (2013)
  4. Wizards Beyond Waverly Place (2024)

Which Order Should You Choose?

Start with the original series and enjoy the movie during your rewatch, since it fits mid-run. Finish with 'The Wizards Return' special, then dive into the new sequel series for a nostalgic continuation. Following release order gives you the complete Russo family journey from start to present day.

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