“Shazam!” is a 2019 American superhero film based on the DC Comics character of the same name. It is the seventh installment in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU). The film is produced by New Line Cinema and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. Directed by David F. Sandberg, the screenplay is by Henry Gayden, with a story by Gayden and Darren Lemke.
The movie stars Asher Angel as Billy Batson, a teenage boy who has the ability to transform into an adult superhero (played by Zachary Levi) by uttering the magic word “Shazam.” Mark Strong, Jack Dylan Grazer, and Djimon Hounsou also feature in the cast.
“Shazam!” explores the lighthearted and comedic side of superhero storytelling, focusing on the theme of a teenager grappling with newfound superpowers and the responsibilities that come with them. The film received positive reviews for its humor, performances, and overall family-friendly approach to the superhero genre.