‘Shazam:’ DC Superhero Movie Adds ‘It’ Star Jack Dylan Grazer

New Line’s upcoming DC superhero movie “Shazam” has added “It” star Jack Dylan Grazer, an individual with knowledge of the project tells TheWrap.

Grazer will play Freddy, Billy Batson’s best friend. Batson is the teenager who transforms into the adult Shazam played by Zach Levi. Disney star Asher Angel has been cast as Batson. Freddy is Batson’s only friend is aware of his secret identity.

Shazam debuted in 1939 with the original name of Captain Marvel. Created by C.C. Beck and writer Bill Parker, the character was first published by Fawcett Comics.