Shazam! #2

8.7

Critic Reviews

11 Reviews
8.8

User Reviews

43 Reviews
Writer Mark Waid
Artist Dan Mora
Cover Price $3.99

Shazam versus S-H-A-Z-A-M! Billy Batson was given the powers of the gods by the Wizard Shazam--but Solomon, Hercules, Atlas, Zeus, Achilles, and Mercury never gave the Wizard their permission. Displeased with how Billy is representing them, the disgruntled gods engage in a six-way fight for sole control of the World's Mightiest Mortal...or, if they get their way, the World's Mightiest Puppet. May the craftiest god win!

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  • 10

    Lyles Movie Files - Jeffrey Lyles

    Jun 06, 2023

    With the creative team, this felt like it had to be a lock for must-get every week status. It's still managing to surpass my expectations en route to being one of my most anticipated titles each month. Read Full Review

  • 9.0

    Weird Science - Gabe Hernandez

    Jun 06, 2023

    Shazam #2 is a treat. Filled with fun action, powerful art, and a masterfully constructed mystery to keep you guessing without frustrating, Shazam #2 is a near-perfect blend of modern comic storytelling with a Silver Age twist you won't find anywhere else. Read Full Review

  • 9.0

    But Why Tho? - William Tucker

    Jun 06, 2023

    Shazam #2 is even better than the first issue. All of the plot threads and ideas of the previous chapter are continued and made greater the second time around. Read Full Review

  • 9.0

    ComicBook.com - Chase Magnett

    Jun 07, 2023

    Shazam! is quickly taking its place as the best, new all-ages comic of 2023. Read Full Review

  • 9.0

    The Comicbook Dispatch - dragoncache

    Jun 13, 2023

    Dynamic art, vibrant coloring, and an involving story convey Billy Batsons trial of identity in Shazam! #2. Read Full Review

  • 9.0

    COMICON - Tony Thornley

    Jun 13, 2023

    This book continues to be my favorite Dawn of DC title. I hope to see a nice long run from the creative team. Read Full Review

  • 8.7

    The Super Powered Fancast - Deron Generally

    Jun 06, 2023

    Dan Mora delivers some beautiful art on every page of the issue. I love the visual composition of the action and how Mora manages to capture the drama of a moment while also delivering gorgeous details and fun, lively imagery. Read Full Review

  • 8.5

    Geek Dad - Ray Goldfield

    Jun 06, 2023

    Overall, this series has a lot of potential, but I was hoping for a little more fun and a slightly lighter tone. Read Full Review

  • 8.0

    AIPT - Eric Thomas

    Jun 06, 2023

    Though it feels shorter than it perhaps could've been, Waid and Mora challenge the Big Red Cheese like no one has as they continue setting up the ultimate struggle for the power of Shazam. Read Full Review

  • 8.0

    Henchman-4-Hire - Sean Ian Mills

    Jun 10, 2023

    Fun, well-written and very well-drawn second issue of this new series. Does everything I'd expect a Shazam series to do, and it does it all well. Read Full Review

  • 8.0

    Razorfine - Alan Rapp

    Jun 20, 2023

    While Billy isn't aware of just what is really going on, Freddy does a little snooping on his own which allows him to blunder in on the truth and into trouble of his own perhaps laying a trail for Billy to ultimately discover the truth. The comic, in my favorite part, also features a follow-up to Captain Marvel's help of space-going dinosaurs when a dino-lawyer drops by with plenty of paperwork for the hero to deal with. Read Full Review

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