A familiar face from the original Disney Channel magic days is coming back. Gregg Sulkin will once again play Mason Greyback, the werewolf boyfriend of Alex Russo, in the four-part finale of the revival series. This marks his first appearance in the Wizards world after several years away from the role. The news confirms what many longtime viewers hoped for when the sequel series was first announced.
The actor is set to join the cast for the concluding episodes of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place, which will air on Disney+ and the Disney Channel. Sulkin’s character was a regular part of the original show’s later seasons, creating a fan-favorite romantic storyline with Selena Gomez’s Alex. His return adds another layer of nostalgia to a finale that is already packed with emotional stakes and magical battles.
Mason Greyback’s Role in the Finale Event
The production team has kept the specific details of Mason’s return under wraps. It is unclear exactly how many episodes he will appear in or how the werewolf fits into the current crisis facing the Russo family. However, the timing of his return is crucial. The story picks up after Season 2 ended with Alex sacrificing herself by entering a dark magical realm to protect her family.
Sulkin himself shared his excitement on social media. He posted a picture from the set and wrote a short message to his followers.
“Back where it all began with a cast and crew that I will always call family – excited for you all to see Mason again ❤️”
His return comes after months of speculation. When the revival first started, Sulkin visited the set, which led to rumors that he might appear in the first season. David Henrie, who plays Justin Russo, later clarified that it was just a visit. Now, those rumors have turned into reality for the final chapter.
Plot Details and Selena Gomez’s Directorial Debut
The four-part finale is set to resolve the major cliffhanger from the second season. Billie, the young wizard played by Janice LeAnn Brown, is struggling after losing Alex. The official description from Disney reveals that Billie must find her long-lost father to rescue her mother. The Russo family will have to work together to defeat the evil force that is threatening them.
Selena Gomez is not only returning as Alex Russo but is also making her directorial debut. She will direct the first episode of the finale arc. This is a big step for the singer and actress, who has been an executive producer on the revival. Gomez and Henrie have described the new series as a “love letter” to the fans of the original show, which ran from 2007 to 2012.
The cast for the event includes returning stars David Henrie as Justin, along with Janice LeAnn Brown, Alkaio Thiele, Max Matenko, Taylor Cora, and Mimi Gianopulos.
Release and Streaming Information for Global Audiences
The final episodes are currently in production. Wizards Beyond Waverly Place will conclude with a four-part event scheduled for release in the Summer of 2026.
Viewers in the United States will be able to watch on Disney+ and the Disney Channel. For audiences in the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, the episodes will also be available on Disney+, typically following the same release schedule as the US. Viewers in India can watch the series on Disney+ Hotstar. The first two seasons of the series are currently available for streaming on these platforms right now.
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The Legacy of the Original Wizards of Waverly Place
The original Wizards of Waverly Place was a defining show for Disney Channel. It followed the Russo siblings competing to keep their family magic. The show was known for mixing family comedy with fantasy rules. It won an Emmy Award and helped launch Selena Gomez into a global superstar. The sequel series, Wizards Beyond Waverly Place, continues that story by showing an adult Justin Russo trying to live a normal life without magic until he is pulled back in to train a new generation of wizards.
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