The Wizards Return: Alex vs. Alex

Right now you can watch The Wizards Return: Alex vs. Alex in Australia on Disney Plus, and in the US on Disney Plus — and it is funnier than its reputation suggests. A tight runtime that never overstays its welcome. With 1,090 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. Selena Gomez is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. There is no real reason to keep putting it off — it is right there on Disney Plus.

There is a reason The Wizards Return: Alex vs. Alex keeps coming up in conversation. The Wizards Return: Alex vs. Alex gets the fundamentals right first, then finds room to get weird with it. While trying to prove to her family she can be mature and responsible, teen wizard Alex Russo conjures up a spell to rid herself of her bad qualities, unintentionally creating a Good and Evil Alex. When Evil Alex gets involved in a plan to take over the world by a dark wizard, Good Alex must find a way to save her family, humankind, and ultimately herself in an epic Good vs. Evil battle. Selena Gomez and Jake T. Austin lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 2013. The timing in The Wizards Return: Alex vs. Alex is precise enough that even the throwaway lines land on a second watch. The hit rate here is high enough that skipping ahead never feels like an option.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in The Wizards Return: Alex vs. Alex. It rewards viewers regardless of what else is in their watch history. Short enough to finish in one sitting, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Selena Gomez sets the tone, but the supporting cast is where a lot of the best moments come from. A reliable pick for any night you want quality comedy without the homework.