Zachary Levi allegedly thought he was going to be the next Chris Evans, instead he’s Gina Carano

Being a movie star might seem glamorous, but the reality can be quite harsh, especially for actors like Zachary Levi, who recently faced setbacks with box-office flops like Shazam! Fury of the Gods and Harold and the Purple Crayon. With the pressure of Hollywood and the ever-looming threat of being replaced, Levi appears to be pivoting his career in a bold direction—one that some are interpreting as a desperate attempt to revive his status by aligning himself with Donald Trump and conservative values.

This strategy resembles what Gina Carano did after her fall from grace, which started with her controversial social media posts during the COVID-19 pandemic and culminated in her firing from The Mandalorian. Once a rising star with significant prospects, Carano’s career plummeted as she became a polarizing figure, now primarily appearing in low-profile conservative projects that haven’t gained much traction at the box office.

Levi, known for his role in the TV series Chuck and the successful first Shazam! film, has made it clear that he aspires to reach the A-list. With his recent films failing to perform, he seems to have adopted a similar strategy as Carano—embracing conservative projects and public stances. Following a rally in Michigan, where he openly expressed his support for Trump, Levi has leaned into the faith-based film industry, with projects like American Underdog and the upcoming The Unbreakable Boy.

His pivot has garnered attention, particularly following his comments that Hollywood is predominantly liberal, which drew a sharp rebuttal from Whoopi Goldberg. The controversy highlights the risks Levi is taking; while he may believe this alignment is a smart career move, it could also alienate him from mainstream Hollywood opportunities.

As he navigates this new path, comparisons to Carano are inevitable, leading to speculation about Levi’s future projects—perhaps even teaming up with her on films that align with their shared ideologies. The big question remains whether this strategy will pay off or further isolate him in an already competitive and unforgiving industry.