Introduction to Shazam! Fury of the Gods

Book excerpt: The sequel to the 2019 film "Shazam!" is titled "Shazam! Fury of the Gods". Directed by David F. Sandberg and written by Henry Gayden, the sequel continues the story of a teenage boy named Billy Batson who transforms into a superhero named Shazam by uttering the magical word "Shazam". In this new installment, Shazam and his family of superheroes will face off against a new villain, Hespera, and her sister Kalypso, the daughters of Atlas. The first film received positive reviews and impressed audiences with its lighthearted tone and humor. "Shazam! Fury of the Gods" promises to continue this trend, with reports suggesting that the sequel will add more magic and mythology to the story. The film features a star-studded cast, with returning actors Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Jack Dylan Grazer, and Marta Milans reprising their roles, alongside newcomers Rachel Zegler, Lucy Liu, and Helen Mirren. "Shazam! Fury of the Gods" is set to release on June 2, 2023, and fans of the first film are eagerly anticipating its arrival.