Where to start
Captain Marvel
4 versions · originally a film, 2019
Captain Marvel stories chronicle the transformation of ordinary individuals into cosmic-level protectors who must balance immense power with human responsibility.
✦ Most fans start here
Captain Marvel (2019)
The original movie
✦ Start hereCaptain Marvel
Ryan Fleck · Film · 2019
Captain Marvel (2019) offers a retro 1990s aesthetic and a high-stakes galactic conflict, serving as the essential origin point for the Marvel Cinematic Universe's most powerful cosmic hero.
2010 film
Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam
Film · 2010
Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam (2010) presents a shorter, focused narrative showcasing Billy Batson's initial struggle against the Seven Deadly Enemies of Man alongside the iconic Superman.
2019 film
Shazam!
David F. Sandberg · Film · 2019
Shazam! (2019) provides a lighthearted, grounded exploration of a boy navigating his newfound adult superhero abilities, perfectly capturing the whimsical and humorous aspects of the classic magic-word transformation.
2023 film
Shazam! Fury of the Gods
David F. Sandberg · Film · 2023
Shazam! Fury of the Gods (2023) expands the scope of the previous film, focusing on the collaborative dynamics of the foster family as they face world-ending threats from ancient deities.
Common questions
Is Captain Marvel related to the Shazam movies?
No, Captain Marvel (2019) is a distinct production from the DC universe films. The movies Shazam! (2019), Shazam! Fury of the Gods (2023), and Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam (2010) are separate projects and do not share the same narrative continuity as Captain Marvel.
Should I watch Shazam! after finishing Captain Marvel?
You can watch Shazam! (2019) if you are interested in exploring other superhero films featuring characters with similar names. While Shazam! and Captain Marvel (2019) share a naming history in comics, they are separate cinematic experiences and the plot of one does not affect the other.
What is the order of the Shazam movies to watch after Captain Marvel?
After watching Captain Marvel (2019), you can watch the Shazam films in their release order. Start with the short film Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam (2010), followed by the feature film Shazam! (2019), and conclude with the sequel Shazam! Fury of the Gods (2023).
How long are the movies related to the Shazam name compared to Captain Marvel?
Captain Marvel (2019) is a feature-length film. In comparison, the Shazam collection includes the short film Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam (2010), the feature film Shazam! (2019), and the feature film Shazam! Fury of the Gods (2023), which vary in total duration.