Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie (2009)
Kernel Score: 83% · 1,775 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Family, TV Movie, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Action, Drama
Released: 2009-08-28
Runtime: 94 minutes
Where to watch Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie
- Stream: Disney+
- Rent: Prime Video
- Buy: Prime Video, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A young wizard accidentally conjures a spell that puts her family in jeopardy.
Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie is a family-friendly fantasy comedy about a magical mishap.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Mild fantasy peril from a spell gone wrong, rated PG.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Lev L. Spiro
Cast
- Selena Gomez as Alex Russo
- David Henrie as Justin Russo
- Jake T. Austin as Max Russo
- Maria Canals-Barrera as Theresa Russo
- David DeLuise as Jerry Russo
- Steve Valentine as Archie
- Jennifer Alden as Giselle
- Xavier Torres as Javier
- Jennifer Stone as Harper Finkle
- Jazmin Caratini as Bartender
Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie FAQ
Is Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie good?
Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,775 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie?
In the US you can stream Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie on Disney+ and rent it from Prime Video.
Is Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie OK for kids?
Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie is a family-friendly fantasy comedy about a magical mishap.
What movies are like Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie?
If you liked Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie, try Descendants 3, The Wizards Return: Alex vs. Alex, I Hate Summer and National Lampoon's Vacation.