Wizards of Waverly Place: Season 2
- 2008
- 30 episodes
- 23m
The second season of Wizards of Waverly Place aired on Disney Channel from September 12, 2008 to August 21, 2009. The season deals with the Russo children, Alex, Justin and Max Russo continuing to compete to become the leading wizard in their family. Also starring in the series are María Canals Barrera and David DeLuise as their parents, Theresa and Jerry, and Jennifer Stone as Alex's best friend, Harper Finkle.
Season 2 of Wizards of Waverly Place premiered on September 12, 2008 and has 30 episodes, from "Smarty Pants" to "Retest". The last episode aired on August 21, 2009.
Where to watch Wizards of Waverly Place
In the United States, you can stream Wizards of Waverly Place on Disney Plus. You can also buy it on Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. It is on streaming services in 62 countries.
Episodes
Episode 1Smarty PantsAired September 12, 2008
Alex and Harper enter an academic competition, but Alex wears "smarty pants" that give her all of the answers. At first it's great, but Alex soon realizes that her cheating doesn't allow Harper to shine. Meanwhile, Max tries to con everybody at school into buying his water bottles.
Guest stars
- Dan Benson Zeke Beakerman
- Andy Pessoa Alfred
- Daniel Samonas Dean Moriarty
- Bill Chott Mr. Laritate
Episode 2Beware WolfAired September 21, 2008
Justin falls for a new girl who is a werewolf and turns him into one, too; Max starts a dog-walking business with a new friend.
Guest stars
- Sarah Ramos Isabella
- Andy Pessoa Alfred
Episode 3Graphic NovelAired October 5, 2008
Justin and Max steal Alex's diary only to have it stolen again by Gigi, Alex's arch nemesis. In an attempt to recover the diary, the brothers accidentally place Gigi inside the book and into Alex's secret fairy-tale princess world.
Guest stars
- Zack Shada Joey
- Skyler Samuels Gigi Hollingsworth
- Daniel Samonas Dean Moriarty
Episode 4RacingAired October 12, 2008
Alex uses the restoration and upcoming race of Jerry's junky old car as an opportunity to develop her relationship with her "gear head" crush, Dean. Meanwhile, Max orders a mind-reading kit.
Guest stars
- Dan Benson Zeke Beakerman
- Daniel Samonas Dean Moriarty
Episode 5Alex's Brother MaximanAired October 19, 2008
The kids fail at their group magic project, so Jerry devises a plan that will force them to work together. Now Alex must wrestle with sacrificing her first one-on-one date with Dean so that she and Justin can help Max's superhero, "Maximan," solve the crime and prove to Jerry that the siblings can work as a team.
Guest stars
- Dan Benson Zeke Beakerman
- Daniel Samonas Dean Moriarty
Episode 6Saving Wiz Tech (1)Aired October 26, 2008
Wiz Tech is forced to close, and the Russo's must take in Professor Crumbs and fellow student Ronald, who quickly develops a magical connection with Alex. Max teaches Professor Crumbs how to assimilate into the mortal world and Justin saves the day by finding the solution to reopen Wiz Tech.
Guest stars
- Noah Munck Timmy O'Hallahan
- Chad Duell Ronald Longcape Jr.
- Maurice Godin Ronald Longcape Sr.
- Daniel Samonas Dean Moriarty
- Josh Sussman Hugh Normous
- Ian Abercrombie Professor Crumbs
Episode 7Saving Wiz Tech (2)Aired October 26, 2008
After enrolling in Wiz Tech, Alex realizes her new crush, Ronald, has kidnapped her former crush, Dean. Max and Professor Crumbs join forces to become a dynamic duo, and Justin and Alex must team up to save Wiz Tech from falling into the hands of Ronald and his evil father.
Guest stars
- Chad Duell Ronald Longcape Jr.
- Maurice Godin Ronald Longcape Sr.
- Daniel Samonas Dean Moriarty
- Josh Sussman Hugh Normous
- Ian Abercrombie Professor Crumbs
Episode 8Harper KnowsAired November 23, 2008
Alex tries to avoid running into Harper at the annual Comic-Con type convention in order to protect her wizard secret but winds up revealing the truth after Harper takes a spin in Alex’s power laden Battle Diva costume. Meanwhile, Justin and Max work alongside Hugh Normous and the Emergency Wizards to make sure other wizards don’t perform any real magic.
Guest stars
- Brian Scolaro Goblin
- Michael Shepperd Officer Lamp
- Josh Sussman Hugh Normous
Episode 9Taxi DanceAired December 7, 2008
Alex tries to save the taxi that she was born in. Meanwhile, Justin sets out to find his birthplace.
Guest stars
- Adam Carolla Burt the Cab (voice)
- John Capodice Uncle Al
Episode 10Baby CupidAired December 14, 2008
Alex gets Cupid to help her parents after an argument, but will Cupid cause more trouble than he solves? After being hit by Cupid's arrow, Justin falls in love with Harper.
Guest stars
- Dan Benson Zeke Beakerman
- Mark DeCarlo Voice of Cupid
- Bill Chott Mr. Laritate
Episode 11Make it HappenAired January 1, 2009
When Mr. Stuffleby, a wizard guidance counselor, informs the kids that they must have a viable profession to fall back on in the event that they don't become wizards, Max chooses to become a street magician while Alex and Justin decide to form a band. They all test their skills by hosting a Waverly After Dark performance at the Sub Station.
Guest stars
- Fred Willard Mr. Stuffleby
Episode 12Fairy TaleAired January 25, 2009
Alex gets the lead as Tinkerbell in the school's production of Peter Pan but doesn't want the part. So when she enlists the help of a real fairy to sub in and play the part, it causes the production to get out of control and the play is not necessarily performed in the same way as the traditional Peter Pan fairytale!
Guest stars
- Dan Benson Zeke Beakerman
- John Ross Bowie Simon
- Rachel Cannon Flutter
- Bill Chott Mr. Laritate
Episode 13Fashion WeekAired February 15, 2009
Alex helps Harper care for a famous designer's gown during fashion week, but she accidentally ruins it. In order to repair the gown, she must use magic to fix things.
Guest stars
- Dan Benson Zeke Beakerman
- Cindy Crawford Bibi Rockford
- Willie Garson Mr. Frenchy
Episode 14Helping HandAired February 16, 2009
When Justin invents a helping hand, Alex wears it out by getting it to do her chores.
Episode 15Art TeacherAired March 1, 2009
Max makes up a disease to get out of gym class. Meanwhile, Alex finds out her art teacher is a 16-year-old girl, and turns her back. This results in art, Alex's best subject, being canceled.
Guest stars
- Misty May-Treanor Misty May-Treanor
- Heidi Swedberg Miss Majorhealey
- Daryl Sabara T.J. Taylor
- Dwayne Johnson The Rock
- Kristi Lauren Chelsea
- Gilland Jones Jenny Majorhealey
- Bill Chott Mr. Laritate
Episode 16Future HarperAired March 15, 2009
Alex helps Harper care for a famous designer's gown during fashion week, but she accidentally ruins it. In order to repair the gown, she must use magic to fix things.
Guest stars
- Rachel Dratch H.J. Darling
- Rob Reiner Himself
Episode 17Alex Does GoodAired April 5, 2009
After skipping class, the principal places Alex in a "happy helpers" club, however she soon finds out what truly makes the helpers happy. Max's attempt to impress a girl backfires.
Guest stars
- Jo Anne Worley Maggie
- Gilland Jones Jenny Majorhealey
- Bill Chott Mr. Laritate
Episode 18Hugh's Not NormousAired April 12, 2009
Alex tries to help Hugh find his birth parent's after he finds out he is adopted. Meanwhile, Max's plan to get revenge on Alex backfires.
Guest stars
- Clarinda Ross Cathy Normous
- Lee Reherman Doug Normous
- Christopher Neiman Stu Fineman
- Rose Abdoo Mary Lou Fineman
- Josh Sussman Hugh Normous
Episode 19Don't Rain on Justin's Parade - EarthAired April 19, 2009
Justin decides to use magic to change the weather, but when Mother Nature finds out about it, she begins to cause weather trouble for Justin.
Guest stars
- Jenica Bergere Mother Nature
- Bill Chott Mr. Laritate
Episode 20Family Game NightAired April 26, 2009
Alex uses a spell to switch brains with Harper, but she keeps on getting the spell wrong, including accidentally leaving Harper with no brain.
Guest stars
- Christa B. Allen Daphne
Episode 21Justin's New GirlfriendAired May 2, 2009
When Alex, Harper and Justin are accidentally transported into a silent movie, Justin and Harper begin to recognize a closer bond between them. Things heat up at the restaurant when Theresa and Jerry begin arguing about who has the more difficult job. To determine who's right, the two switch places.
Episode 22My Tutor, TutorAired May 29, 2009
Alex and Justin bond with Max's new tutor and scheme to get her a permanent job with the family, but the plan involves Max failing a test. In the end they relize that Max's tutor is just an elf that's why they have been bonding with her.
Guest stars
- Paulina Olszynski Tutor
- Dana Woods Leprechaun
Episode 23Paint by CommitteeAired June 26, 2009
Alex is selected to paint the school's mural, which she is very excited about. However, after using magic to make the mural, she ends up messing up her own artistic ideas.
Guest stars
- Dan Benson Zeke Beakerman
- Bill Chott Mr. Laritate
Episode 24Wizard For a DayAired July 10, 2009
Alex tries to outdo Justin by giving their dad Merlin's hat, which grants unlimited wishes for his birthday. When she thinks Jerry's wishes are too simple, she takes matters into her own hands, but is unprepared for the consequences, including a visit from an alien spaceship.
Guest stars
- Dan Benson Zeke Beakerman
- Amir Talai Alien
Episode 25Cast-Away (To Another Show) (I)Aired July 17, 2009
Justin wins an essay contest that allows him to go on the S.S. Tipton and meet London Tipton. Alex soon becomes friends with Bailey Pickett, and uses magic to bring Harper on-board. Max and Zack Martin compete against each other in many crazy challenges. The crossover continues on The Suite Life on Deck: S01E21 Double-crossed (II). It ends on Hannah Montana: S03E20 Super(stitious) Girl (III)
Guest stars
- Cole Sprouse Cody Martin
- Debby Ryan Bailey Pickett
- Dylan Sprouse Zack Martin
- Brenda Song London Tipton
- Phill Lewis Marion Moseby
Episode 26Wizards vs. Vampires on Waverly PlaceAired July 24, 2009
When a vampire family opens a deli down the street, Justin falls for their daughter!
Guest stars
- Mary K. DeVault Mary
- JD Cullum Alucard van Heusen
- Anne Ramsay Cindy van Heusen
- Bridgit Mendler Juliet van Heusen
Episode 27Wizards vs. Vampires: Tasty BitesAired July 31, 2009
Justin's new vampire girlfriend Juliet gets the Russos to change their lifestyle by adding healthy foods and exercise. However Alex is concerned about Juliet's true intentions for Justin when she discovers that vampires like the taste of healthy blood.
Guest stars
- JD Cullum Alucard van Heusen
- Anne Ramsay Cindy van Heusen
- Bridgit Mendler Juliet van Heusen
Episode 28Wizards vs. Vampires: Dream DateAired August 7, 2009
After Dean moves away, Alex continues to date him by using magic to enter his dreams. When he pays her a surprise visit and the real date isn't as great as she had dreamt, she searches for a way to break up with him. Meanwhile Justin tells his vampire girlfriend Juliet that he is not allowed to go on her family camping trip.
Guest stars
- Amanda Tepe Hot Dog Vendor
- David Boller Abe Lincoln
- Bridgit Mendler Juliet van Heusen
- Daniel Samonas Dean Moriarty
Episode 29Wizards and Vampires vs. ZombiesAired August 8, 2009
Justin promises Juliet an unforgettable prom date. But when Alex organizes a zombie-themed anti-prom, things get out of hand when real zombies arrive. Meanwhile, Harper and Zeke go to the prom together.
Guest stars
- Dan Benson Zeke Beakerman
- Bridgit Mendler Juliet van Heusen
Episode 30RetestAired August 21, 2009
Jerry and his siblings, Kelbo and Megan (Jerry revealed to the kids they have an aunt), need to retake the Wizard test that, in their teen years, determined who got to keep their powers. When Alex, Justin and Max see how competitive the contest gets, they realize the same test could eventually tear their family apart as well.
Guest stars
- Carrie Genzel Megan Russo
- Jay Brian Winnick Mr. McFly
- Jeff Garlin Kelbo Russo
