New Line Cinema officially announces development of the Shazam! movie as part of the DC Extended Universe.
David F. Sandberg is hired to direct the Shazam! movie, marking a key step in the film's development.
Zachary Levi is cast in the titular role, bringing star power and charisma to the project.
Filming of Shazam! is completed, entering post-production phase.
Shazam! has its world premiere debut, followed by wider theatrical release.
Shazam! is released in theaters worldwide, receiving positive reviews and box office success.
The ancient wizard Shazam is created and granted immense power to bestow upon a worthy champion to fight against evil.
The wizard selects a young boy to inherit his powers and stands as the protector of the world.
Young Thaddeus Sivana encounters the Wizard Shazam but is deemed unworthy and rejected as the champion.
Billy Batson is placed in the foster care of the Vasquez family after being separated from his mother and siblings.
Billy is transported to the Rock of Eternity where he meets the wizard and is granted the power to transform into the superhero Shazam.
Billy learns to use his new superhero abilities and enjoys testing them, sharing his powers with his foster siblings.
Dr. Sivana discovers a way to capture the Seven Deadly Sins and plans to use them to defeat Shazam and gain ultimate power.
An intense confrontation occurs where Billy, as Shazam, fights Sivana and the Seven Deadly Sins to protect his family and the city.
Billy fully embraces being Shazam and becomes a true hero, solidifying his bond with his family and commitment to fighting evil.
