Even if the DCEU sequel had done well, the chances of its success carrying it into the DC Universe's canon for another movie is still questionable. This is because a DC Universe report stated in October 2023 that none of the Justice League stars would be returning with their original actors - and while Shazam isn't a member of the DCEU Justice League, this decision does suggest the franchise intends to start anew regarding its superhero castings, making it very unlikely that Zachary Levi or Asher Angel will be the DCU Shazam or Billy Batson, respectively. The sequel, Shazam! Fury of the Gods, has the honour of being the first DC movie released since James Gunn and Peter Safran's new era of the DC Universe began. However, it's that new era that has us sceptical as to whether Shazam will return. It's most likely just a gag at the expense of the sequel set-up in the first movie, but we'd be down for a Shazam Family vs Mister Mind threequel. Shazam 3 trailer: Any Shazam 3 footage yet? It may sound simplistic to say that fans just want a good movie, rather than caring about whether something does or doesn't impact a franchise's future. However, as is often the case, the simplest answer is likely the most accurate one. The decision to include Amanda Waller and some of the Peacemaker cast in Shazam! Fury of the Gods suggests a potential future for the DC Universe version of Shazam and increases the chances for Shazam 3.

Shazam 2 flopped at the box office - Digital Spy Why Shazam 2 flopped at the box office - Digital Spy

For one 14-year-old boy, life can be a challenge sometimes. With all of the usual crises that accompany being an adolescent, foster kid Billy has some additional obstacles in life. A chance encounter with a mystical wizard completely changes everything. And it's not long before this boy discovers that one phrase grants him the ability to make a transformation into a superhero. In fact, it couldn't be easier. All Billy needs to do is shout "Shazam!" and then suddenly he morphs into an all-powerful superhero. But it turns out that possessing power doesn't necessarily make everything in life easier. Cast members such as Rachel Zegler and Zachary Levi, along with director David F Sandberg, have been on a charm offensive, insisting it's actually a really good movie and pointing to the 87% audience score.

DC movies might no longer be instantly available on HBO Max, but audiences are savvy enough to know nowadays that they don't have to wait as long as they used to. Rumours suggest Shazam 2 will be available at home by mid-April, around a month after release, so there will be plenty of potential viewers happy to wait. As mentioned above, Shazam 3 has yet to be confirmed by Warner Bros. and DC, so we don't currently have an official release date. Some DC fans might say that was always going to be the case anyway. There was already a feeling of 'does this even matter?' ahead of the sequel's release, what with James Gunn and Peter Safran's new DC era on the horizon. Since Shazam 3 hasn't been confirmed, we've had no official cast confirmations, but we can make some solid guesses. There is also the possibility that Shazam could appear in Peacemaker season 2 or Amanda Waller's HBO show next. Now that he has met Emilia Harcourt (Jennifer Holland) and John Economos (Steve Agee), the reunion on the HBO shows would make sense. Other options for Shazam's DC Universe future could include appearances in Superman: Legacy to bring him and the new Superman together, or possibly a comedic team-up with Booster Gold in the Booster Gold show. Key Release Dates

Shazam 3 potential release date, cast and more - Digital Spy Shazam 3 potential release date, cast and more - Digital Spy

But for now, it's likely that the DC sequel's failure at the box office was that it wasn't good enough to persuade potential viewers to ignore the critics and show up. Comic book movies are having a shaky time of it right now at the box office, with Shazam! Fury of the Gods failing to light up the cinemas. Freddy Freeman: [filming on his phone] Today is December 8th, and this video proof of authenticity. Shoot him again.The timing of the sequel's release has put the future of the franchise, including Shazam 3, in an unclear territory. Shazam! Fury of the Gods' ending leaves room for another movie to happen and continue the adventures of Zachary Levi's DC hero. However, it is now up to DC Studios co-CEOs Peter Safran and James Gunn to determine if Shazam 3 will happen. Here is what is known about the movie's chances and what a Shazam! Fury of the Gods sequel could contain. Wonder Woman couldn't turn the tide though and even if the sequel does avoid the ignominy of being the lowest-grossing DC Extended Universe outing, you'd imagine that Shazam 3 is extremely unlikely to happen.