Lights Out helmer David Sandberg has long been rumored for the project, but even that gossip mill has remained notably quiet in recent months.
The reason we would not be shocked by a Shazam delay is the fact that there are still plenty of fundamental elements that need to fall into place for the film.
With Dwayne Johnson standing as the only puzzle piece to fall into place correctly, a February start for filming would likely give Warner Bros. and DC enough time to find a lead actor and a filmmaker who can competently execute his or her vision for the story.
No actor has been cast to step into the titular role yet (although names like Armie Hammer and Channing Tatum have been thrown around by fans), no child actor has been confirmed for Billy Batson, and no director has officially signed on the dotted line.