Zachary Levi first starred alongside Chris Hemsworth in the second installment of Thor and soon became a big and popular name as he was seen playing his version of the Thunder God in the DC Extended Universe.
However, Levi had bigger plans and more recognition to achieve in his career. According to new reports, The Unbreakable Boy star was living his dream by being a part of the DCEU, playing the character Shazam. There was a strong possibility that Shazam could be a part of the Justice League, especially after Gal Gadot’s Wonder Woman envisions a hall of heroes at the end of the Snyder Cut.
A source close to Zachary Levi recently spoke to The Hollywood Reporter about the actor and his beloved role.
“When he was cast as Shazam, it was literally his dream,” the insider said.
He thought it was his ticket to becoming The Rock or Chris Evans. But it didn’t happen for him, and he’s bitter about it,” the source had further words about Levy.
While Levi looked to become a mainstream Hollywood name in the second installment, Shazam! Fury of the Gods and the recently released Harold and the Purple Crayon served as the downfall for his career.
In the 2019 film, the actor played a teenager in a superhero’s body. The film, which was well received by superhero fanatics and those who still wish for DCEU continuity, starred big names like Mark Strong, Djimon Hounsou, Grace Caroline Curry, Jack Dylan Grazer and more.
With Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson stepping in as Black Adam, the DCEU had a great opportunity to bring the two gods together in an epic showdown, possibly alongside Henry Cavill’s Superman, who will be playing the lead role in the 2022 Black Adam film. Appeared in the post-credits scene. ,
However, as the entire DCEU was killed off, all of Levi’s dreams were instantly shattered, with no hope of returning to the newly formed DCU.
New DC Studios co-head James Gunn has reportedly left the door open for The Rock to appear in future projects. Meanwhile, a report from The Hollywood Reporter reveals that Levy has left his LA days behind and started a new life on a cattle ranch in Texas.
The actor may be looking forward to starring in faith-based projects, as he did in the sports drama American Underdog in 2021.
