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Captain Marvel, also known as Shazam, is a fictional superhero appearing in publications by American publisher DC Comics. Artist C. C. Beck and writer Bill Parker created the character in 1939. Captain Marvel first appeared in Whiz Comics #2 (cover-dated Feb. 1940), published by Fawcett Comics

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Captain Marvel, also known as Shazam, is a fictional superhero appearing in publications by American publisher DC Comics. Artist C. C. Beck and writer Bill Parker created the character in 1939. Captain Marvel first appeared in Whiz Comics #2 (cover-dated Feb. 1940), published by Fawcett Comics

4 Shazam Comics to Read Before the Movie | HobbyLark
Discover Shazam's most relevant stories—those you would want to read before seeing the movie.
https://hobbylark.com/fandoms/4-Shazam-Comics-to-Read-Before-the-Movie
Shazam | DC
DCComics.com: Welcome to the Official Site for DC. DC is home to the "World's Greatest Super Heroes,” including SUPERMAN, BATMAN, WONDER WOMAN, GREEN LANTERN, THE FLASH, AQUAMAN and more.
https://www.dccomics.com/characters/shazam
How a Captain Marvel became 'Shazam!'
Created in 1940 by Bill Parker and C.C. Beck, Shazam was first known as Captain Marvel, but his publishers lost the rights to that name to Marvel Comics.
https://www.bostonherald.com/2019/03/30/how-a-captain-marvel-became-shazam/
The Comic Book History Of The SHAZAM! Family
These days, every major superhero has a virtual army of spin-off characters. Superman, Batman, Spider-Man, even Green Lantern went from one guy to a whole Green Lantern Corps. But the superhero who started this entire trend decades ago is none other than Billy Batson, the origina
https://nerdist.com/article/shazam-family-history-comics/
The 5 Best Modern SHAZAM! Comics
With Shazam! hitting theaters this week, many of you might be looking for comics based on the character, now that you’re familiar with him. But where to start? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
https://nerdist.com/article/5-best-modern-shazam-comics/
Shazam!: 6 DC comics you should read ahead of the movie
With Billy Batson set to make his live-action debut in DC's Shazam!, here are the comics you need to read to understand the power of Shazam!
https://www.syfy.com/syfywire/6-shazam-comic-books-you-should-read-ahead-of-the-movie
Shazam! Complete Guide to DC Comics Easter Eggs and References
Shazam! is more than just another DCEU movie, it is packed with 80 years of DC Comics history and Easter eggs.
https://www.denofgeek.com/us/movies/shazam/280272/shazam-dc-comics-dceu-references-easter-eggs
The Best of Shazam - Essential DC Captain Marvel Comics! | Comic Book Herald
Shazam! The Big Red Cheese! Billy Batson! And Captain Marvel! However you know him, the DC powerhouse is one of the longest running heroes in the superhero genre, with worthy reads from 1940 to today. Below you’ll find my picks for the essential Captain Marvel (I just can’t exclusively call him Shazam!) comics throughout DC’s …
https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-best-of-shazam-essential-dc-captain-marvel-comics/
Captain Marvel (DC Comics) - Wikipedia
Captain Marvel, also known as Shazam (/ʃəˈzæm/), is a fictional superhero appearing in publications by American publisher DC Comics. Artist C. C. Beck and writer Bill Parker created the character in 1939. Captain Marvel first appeared in Whiz Comics #2 (cover-dated Feb. 1940), pu
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Captain_Marvel_(DC_Comics)

Captain Marvel Shazam
Billy Batson in his normal and transformed state on the cover of Shazam! (2023) #5. Art by Dan Mora
Publication information
Publisher	Fawcett Comics (1942–1953) DC Comics (1972–present)
First appearance	Whiz Comics #2 (February 1940)^[1]
Created by	Bill Parker C. C. Beck
In-story information
Alter ego	William Joseph "Billy" Batson
Species	Human
Team affiliations	Justice League Justice Society of America Justice League International Marvel / Shazam Family Squadron of Justice Teen Titans
Partnerships	Mary Marvel Captain Marvel Jr. Tawky Tawny The Wizard
Notable aliases	Captain Thunder World's Mightiest Mortal King Shazam Captain Shazam Lightning Guy Champion of Magic
Abilities	By shouting the name "SHAZAM!", Billy is bestowed the powers of divine origin, primarily of Greek-Roman origin. These powers typically include: Superhuman physical attributes: strength, speed, durability, etc. Enhanced intelligence and knowledge Physical and magical invulnerability Control over lightning and magic Skilled hand-to-hand combatant and natural charisma makes him an apt radio personality.

Source : Wikipedia under CC-BY-SA license

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4 Shazam Comics to Read Before the Movie | HobbyLark
Discover Shazam's most relevant stories—those you would want to read before seeing the movie.
https://hobbylark.com/fandoms/4-Shazam-Comics-to-Read-Before-the-Movie
Shazam | DC
DCComics.com: Welcome to the Official Site for DC. DC is home to the "World's Greatest Super Heroes,” including SUPERMAN, BATMAN, WONDER WOMAN, GREEN LANTERN, THE FLASH, AQUAMAN and more.
https://www.dccomics.com/characters/shazam
How a Captain Marvel became 'Shazam!'
Created in 1940 by Bill Parker and C.C. Beck, Shazam was first known as Captain Marvel, but his publishers lost the rights to that name to Marvel Comics.
https://www.bostonherald.com/2019/03/30/how-a-captain-marvel-became-shazam/
The Comic Book History Of The SHAZAM! Family
These days, every major superhero has a virtual army of spin-off characters. Superman, Batman, Spider-Man, even Green Lantern went from one guy to a whole Green Lantern Corps. But the superhero who started this entire trend decades ago is none other than Billy Batson, the origina
https://nerdist.com/article/shazam-family-history-comics/
The 5 Best Modern SHAZAM! Comics
With Shazam! hitting theaters this week, many of you might be looking for comics based on the character, now that you’re familiar with him. But where to start? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
https://nerdist.com/article/5-best-modern-shazam-comics/
Shazam!: 6 DC comics you should read ahead of the movie
With Billy Batson set to make his live-action debut in DC's Shazam!, here are the comics you need to read to understand the power of Shazam!
https://www.syfy.com/syfywire/6-shazam-comic-books-you-should-read-ahead-of-the-movie
Shazam! Complete Guide to DC Comics Easter Eggs and References
Shazam! is more than just another DCEU movie, it is packed with 80 years of DC Comics history and Easter eggs.
https://www.denofgeek.com/us/movies/shazam/280272/shazam-dc-comics-dceu-references-easter-eggs
The Best of Shazam - Essential DC Captain Marvel Comics! | Comic Book Herald
Shazam! The Big Red Cheese! Billy Batson! And Captain Marvel! However you know him, the DC powerhouse is one of the longest running heroes in the superhero genre, with worthy reads from 1940 to today. Below you’ll find my picks for the essential Captain Marvel (I just can’t exclusively call him Shazam!) comics throughout DC’s …
https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-best-of-shazam-essential-dc-captain-marvel-comics/
Captain Marvel (DC Comics) - Wikipedia
Captain Marvel, also known as Shazam (/ʃəˈzæm/), is a fictional superhero appearing in publications by American publisher DC Comics. Artist C. C. Beck and writer Bill Parker created the character in 1939. Captain Marvel first appeared in Whiz Comics #2 (cover-dated Feb. 1940), pu
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Captain_Marvel_(DC_Comics)

Captain Marvel Shazam
Billy Batson in his normal and transformed state on the cover of Shazam! (2023) #5. Art by Dan Mora
Publication information
Publisher	Fawcett Comics (1942–1953) DC Comics (1972–present)
First appearance	Whiz Comics #2 (February 1940)^[1]
Created by	Bill Parker C. C. Beck
In-story information
Alter ego	William Joseph "Billy" Batson
Species	Human
Team affiliations	Justice League Justice Society of America Justice League International Marvel / Shazam Family Squadron of Justice Teen Titans
Partnerships	Mary Marvel Captain Marvel Jr. Tawky Tawny The Wizard
Notable aliases	Captain Thunder World's Mightiest Mortal King Shazam Captain Shazam Lightning Guy Champion of Magic
Abilities	By shouting the name "SHAZAM!", Billy is bestowed the powers of divine origin, primarily of Greek-Roman origin. These powers typically include: Superhuman physical attributes: strength, speed, durability, etc. Enhanced intelligence and knowledge Physical and magical invulnerability Control over lightning and magic Skilled hand-to-hand combatant and natural charisma makes him an apt radio personality.

Source : Wikipedia under CC-BY-SA license

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Shazam Comics

Captain Marvel, also known as Shazam, is a fictional superhero appearing in publications by American publisher DC Comics. Artist C. C. Beck and writer Bill Parker created the character in 1939. Captain Marvel first appeared in Whiz Comics #2 (cover-dated Feb. 1940), published by Fawcett Comics

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