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Wizards Beyond Waverly Place - Something Wizard This Way Comes (S1E4)
On Halloween, Billie tells Roman about Pumpkin Belly, a ghoul who eats anyone whose house isn't spookily decorated. Meanwhile, Justin, Milo & Giada defend the home from pranksters.
| Runtime (min) | 23 |
|---|---|
| TMDB Rating | 9.0 (33 votes) |
| Air Date | 2024-10-30 |
| Genres | Comedy, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Family |
| TV Rating | TV-PG |
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Storyline
In this Halloween-themed episode of 'Wizards Beyond Waverly Place,' Billie shares a spooky tale with Roman about Pumpkin Belly, a ghoul who targets houses that lack festive decorations. As the Halloween spirit takes over, the characters become increasingly worried about the consequences of not decorating their homes properly.
Meanwhile, Justin, Milo, and Giada take on the challenge of defending their home from mischievous pranksters. As they devise clever strategies to ward off the troublemakers, the episode highlights their teamwork and creativity, leading to a fun-filled adventure that captures the essence of Halloween.
What Children Can Learn
This episode teaches kids about the fun and importance of Halloween traditions, including decorating and celebrating the spooky season. The story emphasizes creativity and teamwork as Justin, Milo, and Giada work together to defend their home against pranksters, showcasing problem-solving skills in a lighthearted way.
Additionally, the tale of Pumpkin Belly serves as a playful reminder about the consequences of neglecting holiday spirit and encourages kids to engage in festive activities. It instills a sense of community and collaboration among friends, making Halloween not just about tricks but also about teamwork.
Five Most Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the main theme of the episode? | The main theme revolves around Halloween traditions and the importance of decorating for the holiday. The episode introduces the character of Pumpkin Belly, a ghoul who preys on those who don't participate in the festive spirit, highlighting the fun and significance of Halloween celebrations. |
| How do the characters handle pranks? | Justin, Milo, and Giada come together to protect their home from pranksters, showcasing their resourcefulness and teamwork. They devise various creative strategies to fend off the troublemakers, demonstrating how working together can lead to effective solutions in challenging situations. |
| Are there any scary moments? | The episode does incorporate spooky elements, particularly with the character of Pumpkin Belly and the Halloween theme. However, it maintains a lighthearted tone suitable for young viewers, ensuring that any frightening aspects are balanced with humor and fun. |
| What lessons about friendship are conveyed? | Throughout the episode, the characters' collaboration emphasizes the value of friendship and teamwork. As they face challenges together, they learn to rely on each other, reinforcing the idea that friends can achieve more when they work collectively towards a common goal. |
| How does this episode promote creativity? | The episode encourages creativity through the characters' decorating efforts and their innovative ways to thwart the pranksters. By showcasing how they creatively express themselves during Halloween, it inspires kids to engage in their own imaginative decorations and celebrations. |
Cast
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Writing
- Molly Haldeman — Writer
Directing
- Bob Koherr — Director
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Alex Russo brings a mischievous and exceptionally powerful student, Billie, to her brother Justin's home in the hopes of coaxing him out of retirement to teach her. |
| 1 | 2 | Billie's use of magic outside of the lair gets her in trouble with Justin, and her fear of being kicked out of yet another home bubbles to the surface. |
| 1 | 3 | On her first day of school, Billie uses magic to impress Roman's best friend. But when a jealous Roman steals Billie's wand, he falls into the grasp of a wizard-hunting phantomus! |
| 1 | 4 | On Halloween, Billie tells Roman about Pumpkin Belly, a ghoul who eats anyone whose house isn't spookily decorated. Meanwhile, Justin, Milo & Giada defend the home from pranksters. |
| 1 | 5 | Billie and Justin must work together to undo a spell when Billie's prank goes awry. Roman gains muscles thanks to a magical muscle tee. Milo's class pet gets loose in the house. |
| 1 | 6 | When Billie uses a spell on her BadgerBook profile and accidentally enchants her classmates, she must find a way to break it to get everyone back to normal! |
| 1 | 7 | Billie gets wizard help to finish her homework and meets a member of the Russo family. Justin runs into an old mentor while Billie uses magic on Roman's Homecoming parade float. |
| 1 | 8 | When her spell to remove Justin's wisdom teeth also removes all of his wisdom by mistake, Billie is left watching out for a reckless Justin. |
| 1 | 9 | When Billie struggles with a spell, Roman says he could do it if he was a wizard. To prove him wrong, Billie uses a Power Glass to transfer her powers to Roman. |
| 1 | 10 | When Billie's trouble-making friend from the wizard world visits, Billie goes over the top to impress her and accidentally puts Winter in danger. |
| 1 | 11 | When Billie uses a potion to enter Justin's mind, she discovers what really happened during the infamous "Unicorn Incident" that got him fired from WizTech. |
| 1 | 12 | Billie, Roman and Winter sneak into the Wizard World so Billie can compete in an underground magic battle: Battle of the Wands. Meanwhile, Milo covers for the kids at home. |
| 1 | 13 | When Billie's neighbor, Bella Bianchi, sees her using magic, Billie and Milo try to convince her it is fake ... until their efforts result in Bella getting stuck in the lair. |
| 1 | 14 | Billie's excited for her first Family Game Night with the Russos, but when she chooses a wizard game, the entire family is transported into it. |
| 1 | 15 | Billie sets off to complete a wizard quest on her 13th birthday, believing that Justin organized it. However, the quest is a test from someone with more nefarious intentions. |
| 1 | 16 | Billie is nervous to have her first mortal sleepover because she wears embarrassing wizard headgear to prevent her from casting spells in her sleep. |
| 1 | 17 | Billie uses her magic to help Winter impress the school's Magic Club. But soon, Billie learns she shouldn't overstep to help a friend. |
| 1 | 18 | When Billie can't join Roman and Winter's team for a robotics competition, she enlists Milo and uses magic to design an over-the-top robot of their own with disastrous results. |
| 1 | 19 | The Russos go to the Wizard World, where Billie finds out a secret that will change her life, and potentially the world, forever! |
| 1 | 20 | After finding out about the prophecy, Billie avoids using magic, but when a magical creature causes mayhem in the Russo house, Billie worries it's somehow still her fault. |
| 1 | 21 | After discovering that Billie and Roman are missing, the Russos work together to rescue them from an evil villain's clutches. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | When Roman excels at his wizard lessons, Billie feels threatened and uses a Reverse Curse to slow him down, but it accidentally turns him into a baby. |
| 2 | 2 | When Billie's magic starts fizzling, she and Milo go to the wizard world for a cure. Meanwhile, the family learns the true cause of her wonky magic: a power-draining Changeling! |
| 2 | 3 | When an oracle from the wizard world shows up on Billie's doorstep and predicts that Billie will destroy the big summer carnival, Billie stops at nothing to change the future. |
| 2 | 4 | When a new student arrives and takes an unlikely interest in Roman, Billie thinks she must be the Changeling and sets out to prove it. |
| 2 | 5 | When Justin forbids Billie from having a haunted house, she takes Justin to Halloween future, present, and past in an attempt to help him rediscover his Halloween spirit. |
| 2 | 6 | When Billie gets detention, she trades wands with Milo so his spells will earn her points. But when Milo's spell goes awry, Billie must sneak home to try to save the day. |
| 2 | 7 | When Billie discovers that she's on Santa's Nice List for the first time, she sets out to get her rightful spot on the Naughty List back through any means necessary. |
| 2 | 8 | When bad boy Quentin asks Billie to the eighth grade dance, she is excited, but a wary Justin is starting to suspect that this mysterious kid may not be exactly what he seems. |
| 2 | 9 | When Billie's magic wreaks havoc at home, the Russos end up at Alex's apartment for the weekend. Meanwhile, Justin searches for information about the mysterious Lord Morsus. |
| 2 | 10 | As Alex, Justin, and Billie try to prevent Lord Morsus from fulfilling the prophecy, a long-kept secret comes to light. |
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