And so it begins. In the fallout surrounding what many have taken as an Chris Pratt.
Of course, Pratt’s, “Aw Shucks” demeanor and midwestern boyish good looks aren’t an on-paper match for Shazam. And for that matter, there’s a pretty large question on the table as to whether there will even be a third Shazam! title at all given the current reworking and impending rebirth of the DC Cinematic Universe helmed by current co-CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran.
Nor does Levi seem to be facing, at present anyway, any major boycott or protest movement insisting that he be replaced. Though anti-vaccination sentiment is certainly viewed as controversial it isn’t necessarily career-killing either and other superhero performers, such as MCU actors Evangeline Lilly, have both maintained their respective roles in the Black Panther and Ant-Man and The Wasp franchises.
Many commenters on the original Reddit post suggesting that Pratt don the cape seem to be dubious as well, although they don’t rule out a part in the brand-new DCU altogether. More than a few s suggest that Pratt would do a good turn as Guy Gardner, the brash, volatile, and, frankly, not too-bright redhead who has taken on the role of Earth’s Green Lantern from time to time.
Some other viewers suggested that he play superhero/conman from the future Booster Gold — a role that also seems to be a better fit for the Star-Lord actor than the squeaky clean Shazam. In any case, it does seem that at least a portion of the fan base wants worked with James Gunn? Whatever the reason, they may have to wait until the press tour for the Guardians of the Galaxy vol. 3 wraps up before they get any reveals from Warner Bros. Discovery.
Published: Jan 30, 2023 10:22 am