‘Shazam!’ tells story of Billy Batson, a 14-year-old foster kid. He says ‘Shazam’ and poof! He becomes an adult superhero. As he figures out his powers, he faces off with evil Dr. Sivana. Billy also wrestles with who he is. It shows that real strength comes from inside. It’s a wild ride full of laughs and heart.

Meet the characters from Shazam!

Billy Batson

Oh man, Billy Batson is like the ultimate underdog! He’s this scrappy kid who’s been through a lot, right? I mean, he’s got that whole foster kid backstory, which just makes you root for him even more. But what I love is that when he transforms into Shazam, he’s still that goofy, slightly awkward teenager at heart. Like, he’s dealing with grown-up powers but still can’t resist cracking jokes — that mix of childlike wonder and responsibility is just so relatable!

Shazam (Adult Hero)

Dude, Shazam as an adult is like if a kid suddenly became a superhero and didn’t lose his sense of fun! I mean, he’s got the strength of Hercules and the wisdom of Solomon, but then he goes around acting like a total goofball. It’s like, “Hey, I’ve got superpowers, let’s go get ice cream!” But underneath all that silliness, there’s this really cool protective vibe, you know? He just wants to keep his friends and family safe while still figuring out what the heck it means to be a hero. Plus, have you seen his lightning bolt costume? It’s totally rad!

Dr. Sivana

Okay, so Dr. Sivana is like the quintessential villain with a twist! He’s got that whole genius scientist vibe going on, but wow, he’s driven by this deep-seated need for power and validation. It’s wild how he’s not just evil for the sake of it — there’s a backstory there that makes you kinda feel for him, even when he’s being all menacing. But then, BAM! He’s got that intense obsession with magic and finding the Wizard, which just makes him super compelling. Like, you can’t help but be drawn into his madness, right? And those eyes? So piercing!

The Wizard

The Wizard is just… wow, what a character! He’s ancient, super wise, and kinda quirky in a mystical way. I mean, he literally chooses Billy to pass on his powers, which is a huge deal, but he’s also this cryptic figure who’s seen a lot of things. There’s this real sense of gravitas, but he also has a playful side — like when he talks to Billy, it’s like he’s both a mentor and a dad figure at the same time. Not to mention his whole “You’re worthy, kid!” vibe, which is so empowering! And let’s face it, his whole look with the robes and the magic staff is just epic!