Interview: Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Lucy Liu, and More Talk Shazam! Fury of the Gods (2024)

Last Updated on April 4, 2023

Shazam! Fury of the Gods is better than I could have ever anticipated. In fact, I loved this sequel (our review drops Wednesday). It helps that David F. Sandberg has the ability to balance action and comedy, with a bit of horror inspiration. And it’s also fantastic to see Meagan Good, Adam Brody, Ross Butler, and DJ Cotrona bring the charm. And Grace Caroline Currey is a delight as young and “superhero” Mary. Add to that the talents of Helen Mirren, Lucy Liu, and Rachel Zegler, and you have something special.

Recently, we had the opportunity to chat with this incredible group of actors. First up, it’s always great to talk with Jack Dylan Graham, who once again steals the show with his hilariously charming performance. And talking with Grazer and Angel together happened to be a very fine time. The two talked about the relationships in the film, and just how nice Asher’s suit was. It was a very nice suit. These two fellas are incredible engaging, and it was a real joy speaking with them.

As for Zachary Levi, I’ve always appreciated talking with this very funny man. And it was terrific catching up on Shazam’s latest adventures, and what this journey has been like for Mr. Levi. We also spoke with the terrific Grace Caroline Currey, DJ Cotrona, and Ross Butler, and it was yet another really fun interview. And speaking of fun, both Meagan Good and Adam Brody were terrific, both in the film and in the interview. The two talked about what they learned from their younger counterparts. The energy that this group of actors brought to the press day made for a terrific day of in-person interviews – slowly but surely, they are returning.

Finishing up, I had a terrific conversation with both Lucy Liu and Rachel Zegler. The two opened up about playing two of the three Daughters of Atlas. And of course, what it was like working with the legendary Helen Mirren. Not only was the cast excited to talk about the new film, they also happen to create an impressive ensemble in Sandberg’s exciting return to Shazam! Check out Fury of the Gods this Friday at a theatre near you.

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Interview: Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Lucy Liu, and More Talk Shazam! Fury of the Gods (2024)

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Is Shazam Fury of the Gods inappropriate? ›

Violence & Scariness. Lots of comic book-style peril, action violence, and destruction, such as a collapsing bridge and monsters taking over the city, attacking humans. Brief glimpse of a first-person shooter video game. People are impaled.

How did Zachary Levi get the role of Shazam? ›

“In the course of basically one week, I ended up going from auditioning for this whole other role to them saying, 'Hey, we think you're our Shazam,'” Levi recalled. So, finding himself in a better place due to his therapy, Levi flew to Los Angeles, did a second audition and in one week was offered the role of Shazam.

Is Asher Angel in the new Shazam? ›

After debuting as teenager Billy Batson in 2019's Shazam!, Angel returned to the role for the movie's 2023 sequel, Shazam! Fury of the Gods.

Do I need to see Black Adam before Shazam Fury of the Gods? ›

Fury of the Gods” takes place after “Black Adam” and the multiverse-traversing “The Flash” takes place all over the place — but is chronologically set around the same time as “Shazam! Fury of the Gods.”

Was Shazam Fury of the Gods a flop? ›

Fury of the Gods did not fair as well with a 51% score on Rotten Tomatoes and a below expected opening weekend total of $30 million that could leave the $125 million film significantly in the red.

Why does Hespera call Billy a true god? ›

But despite her main goal being to also steal the wizard's power and mocking Billy Batson as a thief, she does eventually acknowledge him as a true god after seeing him sacrificing himself to stop her sister.

Who will be the 7th Shazam? ›

After spending a decade in prison, C.C. returns to Philadelphia to find Billy at the Vazquezes' foster home. When he is attacked by Black Adam and the Seven Deadly Sins, Billy shares his Shazam powers with his father, making him the prophesied seventh and final member of the Shazam Family.

Who becomes Shazam after Billy? ›

Mary Bromfield is Mary Marvel. She became one of the Seven Champions of Magic and a member of the Shazam Family along with the Vasquez foster family after her adoptive brother Billy Batson gave her superpowers. Mary later became the new champion of Shazam and was given the full power of the Shazam family.

Is there any Lgbtq in Shazam 2? ›

More Representation in Shazam 2

Fury of the Gods screenwriters Henry Gayden and Chris Morgan opened up about how the sequel will directly discuss Pedro Peña, Billy Batson (Shazam)'s foster brother, being gay. What is this? "The only new addition for this movie is being a lot more forthright about Pedro being gay.

Will there be a Shazam 3? ›

DC Studios only wants to release two live-action movies per year. This could mean that a theoretical Shazam 3 will not release until 2028 unless it is fast-tracked or DC increases its output goals.

Did Dwayne Johnson refuse to be in Shazam 2? ›

Dwayne Johnson stopping Shazam from being in Black Adam or Justice Society characters appearing in Shazam! Fury of the Gods follows his push for a Black Adam solo movie and turning down a Shazam 2 cameo himself.

What happens if Black Adam says Shazam? ›

Like Captain Marvel/Shazam, Black Adam possesses the ability to undergo a transformation by uttering the word "SHAZAM." Through this transformation, he gains the powers and attributes of six divine entities.

Is Shazam Fury of the Gods ok for an 8 year old? ›

In addition to the violent scenes and scary visual images mentioned above, Shazam! Fury of the Gods has some scenes that could scare or disturb children aged 8-13 years.

What age is Shazam appropriate for? ›

| 2019 | PG-13 | – 2.7. 4.

Are there cuss words in Shazam? ›

Regular mild language; "hell" "butt", "nuts", "moron", "suck" and "pee" are used. "Oh my God", and "Jesus Christ" are also used.

Why is Furi rated M? ›

Punishing Action, Killer Soundtrack

Violence is the main and frequent factor. You use a cybernetic sword and a sci-fi gun in combat.

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