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What to Watch After Wizards of Waverly Place
From Fairy Godparents to Dark Academies: Four Magical Picks for Wizards Fans
If you loved the Russo siblings juggling everyday teen drama with spell‑casting chaos, you’ll want to explore four fresh magical realms that each capture a different facet of that beloved formula. First up is The Fairly OddParents: A New Wish, a brand‑new 2024 adventure that revives Cosmo and Wanda for a modern audience, followed by Just Add Magic’s recipe‑driven enchantments that turn a humble cookbook into a portal for friendship and responsibility. For those craving a darker, more intense twist, Legacies drops you into a supernatural academy where witches, vampires, and werewolves clash, while Witches of East End delivers a mature, multi‑generational witch saga that pushes the family‑magic theme into adult territory.
Together, these titles form a curated journey from light‑hearted, kid‑focused magic to sophisticated, adult‑oriented witchcraft, ensuring every fan of Wizards of Waverly Place can find a perfect next‑stop. Whether you’re after fresh comedic spells, culinary sorcery, high‑stakes supernatural drama, or a deep‑cut adult series, this quartet showcases the versatility of magical storytelling and proves that the allure of hidden powers and family bonds never grows stale.
Why these shows are similar to Wizards of Waverly Place
Alex, Justin and Max Russo are not your ordinary kids - they're wizards in training! While their parents run the Waverly Sub Station, the siblings struggle to balance their ordinary lives while learning to master their extraordinary powers.
These recommendations branch out from Wizards of Waverly Place with similar tone, themes, genre elements, or audience appeal.
The Fairly OddParents: A New Wish
TV • 2024
animation • sci_fi_fantasy • kids
Why Watch Next
The 2024 series brings a contemporary spin on fairy‑godparent mischief, echoing the sibling‑wizard dynamics of Wizards of Waverly Place while offering a brand‑new magical world for today’s kids.
Overview
Ten-year-old Hazel Wells has just moved to the big city of Dimmadelphia because of her dad’s new job. On top of being in an unfamiliar environment, it’s the first time she’s been without her brother, Antony, who’s just left for college, leaving her lonely and unsure of herself. All that changes when the pink-and-green-haired neighbors next door reveal that they are no ordinary neighbors…they’re Cosmo and Wanda, fairy godparents! And they’re coming out of retirement to make all of Hazel’s wishes come true.
Just Add Magic
TV • 2016
family • kids • sci_fi_fantasy
Why Watch Next
Just Add Magic blends family‑friendly comedy with a secret‑recipe spell system, delivering the same blend of teen adventure and magical mishaps that made the Russo family so beloved.
Overview
Kelly Quinn and her two BFF's, Darbie and Hannah, stumble upon her grandmother's mysterious cookbook in the attic and discover some far from ordinary recipes. When the Shut'em Up Shortcake silences Kelly's pesky little brother and the Healing Hazelnut Tart heals Darbie's ankle, the girls discover they have the power of magic. A single-camera live-action pilot based on the popular book.
Legacies
TV • 2018
sci_fi_fantasy • drama
Why Watch Next
Legacies ups the stakes with vampires and werewolves, but its core of young witches learning to balance power and responsibility mirrors the heart of Wizards of Waverly Place, appealing to fans craving a more intense, yet familiar, supernatural setting.
Overview
In a place where young witches, vampires, and werewolves are nurtured to be their best selves in spite of their worst impulses, Klaus Mikaelson’s daughter, 17-year-old Hope Mikaelson, Alaric Saltzman’s twins, Lizzie and Josie Saltzman, among others, come of age into heroes and villains at The Salvatore School for the Young and Gifted.
Witches of East End
TV • 2013
sci_fi_fantasy • drama
Why Watch Next
Witches of East End offers a sophisticated, adult‑oriented take on witchcraft, providing a compelling next step for viewers who love the magical family drama of Wizards but are ready for richer, more layered storytelling.
Overview
The adventures of Joanna Beauchamp and her two adult daughters Freya and Ingrid -- both of whom unknowingly are their family's next generation of witches -- who lead seemingly quiet, uneventful modern day lives in Long Island's secluded seaside town of East Haven. When Freya becomes engaged to a young, wealthy newcomer, a series of events forces Joanna to admit to her daughters they are, in fact, powerful and immortal witches.
More shows and movies featuring actors from Wizards of Waverly Place
Looking for familiar faces? These picks include performers connected to Wizards of Waverly Place.
Only Murders in the Building
TV • 2021
Why It’s Relevant
This comedy‑mystery series shares the light‑hearted, ensemble‑driven vibe of Wizards of Waverly Place, offering witty banter and friendship dynamics that fans of the show will enjoy.
Selena + Chef
TV • 2020
Why It’s Relevant
Selena’s charismatic presence anchors this reality cooking series, delivering the same upbeat, family‑friendly energy that made Wizards of Waverly Place a hit.
Selena + Restaurant
TV • 2024
Why It’s Relevant
Another high‑energy reality show featuring Selena, it continues the playful, exploratory spirit of the reference title while showcasing her growth beyond acting.
13 Reasons Why: Beyond the Reasons
TV • 2017
Why It’s Relevant
While more serious in tone, this talk‑show format provides behind‑the‑scenes insight and discussion, appealing to fans who appreciate the heartfelt moments of Wizards of Waverly Place.
