'Wizards of Waverly Place' Revival Confirmed, Selena Gomez to Executive Produce

David Henrie to star in the Disney Channel revival, with Gomez making a guest appearance. The series will focus on an older Justin Russo and his family.

Disney Channel's 'Wizards of Waverly Place' is set for a revival, focusing on an older Justin Russo and his family. David Henrie, who played Justin, is confirmed to star, while Selena Gomez will executive produce and make a guest appearance in the pilot episode as Alex.
Selena Gomez, who played Alex Russo, initially declined a spinoff offer focusing on the Harper-Alex friendship due to scheduling issues and a desire to move forward from her Disney past.
Jennifer Stone, who played Harper Finkle, revealed that she and Gomez were approached for a spinoff show after 'Wizards of Waverly Place' ended in 2012, but Gomez turned down the offer.
Since the end of 'Wizards of Waverly Place', the cast members have pursued various paths. Gomez has become a successful singer and actress, Henrie has continued acting and directing, and Stone has earned a nursing degree.
The revival pilot for the 'Wizards of Waverly Place' sequel is being written and executive produced by Jed Elinoff and Scott Thomas. The story picks up after a mysterious incident at WizTech, where adult Justin Russo has left his wizard powers behind to lead a normal life.