During the Disney Channel movie (airing Aug. 28) based on the hit series, "there is a mini wizards competition, but it's not the final one and it's just a temporary result," hints Jake T. Austin, who plays younger brother Max.
Like viewers, the "Wizards" stars don't know who ultimately ends up with the coveted powers, but they do have their own theories.
Older brother Justin Russo (played by David Henrie) is a clear favorite. "He's the most responsible, he takes his studying seriously and he'll make the right decision at an important time," Henrie says.
"I really like someone who works hard and is really disciplined, so I think Justin should win," agrees Jennifer Stone, who plays Harper Finkle, middle kid Alex's (Selena Gomez) best friend.
"It'd be hilarious if Max ended up with the powers because he's the one that everybody least expects."
Gomez echoes that sentiment. Although she picks Justin, too, she says, "It would be interesting to see Max win because there's something hidden in him underneath. He's really paying attention."
Alex, on the other hand, shouldn't win. "She's so independent," Gomez says. "She loves magic, but it's not her No. 1 priority, whereas Justin lives and breathes it, and Max is there and does the work. Alex can find other things to do with her life and her friends and family."
Austin has a totally unique take on the situation. "I would love it if, in the last episode, our long lost brother or sister that we never knew about came in and won the power ... and then did a spin-off," he says.