Shazam!
ActionComedyFantasy
11+PG-13
2019·2h 12m·David F. Sandberg·New Line Cinema·● Script read & verified
A troubled foster teen named Billy Batson receives magical powers from an ancient wizard, transforming into an adult superhero when he says 'Shazam!' The film...
Best watched together — The themes of family separation and child abandonment may need discussion for younger viewers
Heads Up for Parents
The film deals with heavier themes of child abandonment and family trauma than typical superhero movies
What's In It
Violence
Mild▸
Language
Very Mild▸
Scary
Mild▸
Romance
None▸
Substances
None▸
Stimulation
Mild▸
Cultural & Values Guide
Values & Themes
●Traditional family values
Billy's journey from foster care to finding his true family with the Vasquez family is the emotional core of the film. The story emphasizes that family is about love, support, and belonging rather than blood relations, with Billy ultimately choosing to share his powers with his foster siblings.
Family Takeaways
What it gets right
- ✓Shows how family can be found in unexpected places through Billy's foster home experience
- ✓Demonstrates that true strength comes from protecting others rather than seeking revenge
- ✓Illustrates the importance of accepting help and not trying to handle everything alone
Cast:Zachary LeviMark StrongAsher AngelJack Dylan GrazerAdam Brody