Wizards Beyond Waverly Place Season 2 Episode 3 is set to air on Friday, September 19, 2025, on Disney Channel in the United States. The episode titled Howdy with a Trance of Gumballs continues the magical adventures of the Russo family. This episode is part of a 10-episode season that began with a two-episode premiere on September 12, 2025. The season will run weekly until October 17, 2025, concluding with a two-part finale. All episodes will be available for global streaming on Disney+ starting October 8, 2025 .
The show follows Justin Russo as he trains three young wizards: Billie, Roman, and Milo. They prepare for the Family Wizard Competition while facing new threats. Episode 3 plays a key role in developing the story of Lord Morsus and his influence on the Russo family. Viewers can expect important moments for Billie as she deals with a prophecy about her future .
Release Schedule and Time Slots
Episode 3 of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place Season 2 will air on Disney Channel at 7:00 PM ET/PT on September 19, 2025. This weekly Friday timeslot is new for the series. For viewers without cable, the episode can be streamed live via services like Fubo or DirecTV. Sling TV offers a day pass for $4.99 to access Disney Channel. After the broadcast, the episode will be available on-demand through Disney Channel platforms .
On October 8, 2025, the entire season, including Episode 3, will be released on Disney+ in the U.S. and select international markets. This allows global audiences to stream all episodes at once. The show is also available in the United Kingdom on Disney+ from October 8, 2025. This dual release strategy caters to both weekly viewers and binge-watchers .
Episode 3 Storyline and Key Events
The plot of Episode 3, Howdy with a Trance of Gumballs, involves an oracle from the wizard world who visits Billie. The oracle predicts that Billie will destroy a big summer carnival. Billie then tries everything to change this future. The episode title is a reference to the 1978 children’s book Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. Filming for this episode took place on May 1-2, 2025 .
Major events in Episode 3 include Billie confronting her role in the prophecy linked to Lord Morsus. The changeling creature from the premiere returns, and its actions outside the Russo household are explored. Justin Russo faces challenges in mentoring three young wizards while managing family tensions and external threats. Minister Bigalow McFigglehorn, who is secretly controlled by Lord Morsus, continues to be a problem for the family .
Background and Season Overview
Season 2 of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place consists of 10 episodes, which is fewer than the 21 episodes in Season 1. The season premiere aired on September 12, 2025, with two episodes. The story continues from the Season 1 finale, where Roman and Milo discovered their magical powers. Justin Russo now must train Billie, Roman, and Milo for the Family Wizard Competition. A mysterious new threat, Lord Morsus, emerges and could unravel the Russo family forever .
The main cast includes David Henrie as Justin Russo, Janice LeAnn Brown as Billie, Alkaio Thiele as Roman Russo, Max Matenko as Milo Russo, Taylor Cora as Winter, and Mimi Gianopulos as Giada Russo. Selena Gomez returns as Alex Russo in some episodes. Guest stars for Season 2 include Freya Skye as Piper, Harvey Guillén as Gossip Stone, and Kirsten Vangsness as Bigelow McFigglehorn. Characters from the original series, like Mr. Laritate and Mantooth, also make appearances .
What to Expect After Episode 3
Following Episode 3, the next episodes in Season 2 are Don’t Go Changeling My Heart (Episode 4) and Spells Like Halloween Spirit (Episode 5). These episodes will reintroduce familiar faces such as Mr. Laritate and Mantooth. New characters like Piper, Gossip Stone, and Bella Bianchi will also appear. The conflicts within the Russo household will continue alongside Lord Morsus’s growing schemes, leading to the two-part finale on October 17, 2025 .
The season will explore themes of sibling rivalry, family unity, and magical challenges. Billie’s journey to understand her place in the Russo family remains central. The changeling’s unresolved presence and Lord Morsus’s plans add suspense. Justin’s role as a mentor and protector becomes more complex as the season progresses .
Production and Series Context
Wizards Beyond Waverly Place is a sequel to the popular Disney Channel series Wizards of Waverly Place (2007-2012). The new series was developed by Jed Elinoff and Scott Thomas and premiered on October 29, 2024. It was renewed for a second season in March 2025. Production for Season 2 began on April 14, 2025, and wrapped on July 3, 2025. The series is produced by Disney Branded Television .
The show has been well-received by fans. The first season premiere became Disney Channel’s most-watched series premiere on Disney+. David Henrie, who is also an executive producer, expressed gratitude for the fan support. He promised many surprises in the second season. The series brings the Wizards of Waverly Place franchise to six seasons total .
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