Baz Luhrmann's ELVIS | Austin Butler’s Pre-Production Test Footage

Austin Butler stars in Baz Luhrmann’s #ElvisMovie, only in theaters June 24. ⚡️ #TCB
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ELVIS is an epic, big-screen spectacle from Warner Bros. Pictures and visionary, Oscar-nominated filmmaker Baz Luhrmann that explores the life and music of Elvis Presley, starring Austin Butler and Oscar winner Tom Hanks.
A thoroughly cinematic drama, Elvis’s (Butler) story is seen through the prism of his complicated relationship with his enigmatic manager, Colonel Tom Parker (Hanks). As told by Parker, the film delves into the complex dynamic between the two spanning over 20 years, from Presley’s rise to fame to his unprecedented stardom, against the backdrop of the evolving cultural landscape and loss of innocence in America. Central to that journey is one of the significant and influential people in Elvis’s life, Priscilla Presley (Olivia DeJonge).
Starring alongside Butler and Hanks, award-winning theatre actress Helen Thomson (“Top of the Lake: China Girl,” “Rake”) plays Elvis’s mother, Gladys, Richard Roxburgh (“Moulin Rouge!” “Breath,” “Hacksaw Ridge”) portrays Elvis’s father, Vernon, and DeJonge (“The Visit,” “Stray Dolls”) plays Priscilla. Luke Bracey (“Hacksaw Ridge,” “Point Break”) plays Jerry Schilling, Natasha Bassett (“Hail, Caesar!”) plays Dixie Locke, David Wenham (“The Lord of the Rings” Trilogy, “Lion,” “300”) plays Hank Snow, Kelvin Harrison Jr. (“The Trial of the Chicago 7,” “The High Note”) plays B.B. King, Xavier Samuel (“Adore,” “Love & Friendship,” “The Twilight Saga: Eclipse”) plays Scotty Moore, and Kodi Smit-McPhee (“The Power of the Dog”) plays Jimmie Rodgers Snow.
Also in the cast, Dacre Montgomery (“Stranger Things,” “The Broken Heart Gallery”) plays TV director Steve Binder, alongside Australian actors Leon Ford (“Gallipoli,” “The Pacific”) as Tom Diskin, Kate Mulvany (“The Great Gatsby,” “Hunters”) as Marion Keisker, Gareth Davies (“Peter Rabbit,” “Hunters”) as Bones Howe, Charles Grounds (“Crazy Rich Asians,” “Camp”) as Billy Smith, Josh McConville (“Fantasy Island”) as Sam Phillips, and Adam Dunn (“Home and Away”) as Bill Black.
To play additional iconic musical artists in the film, Luhrmann cast singer/songwriter Yola as Sister Rosetta Tharpe, model Alton Mason as Little Richard, Austin, Texas native Gary Clark Jr. as Arthur Crudup, and artist Shonka Dukureh as Willie Mae “Big Mama” Thornton.
Oscar nominee Luhrmann (“The Great Gatsby,” “Moulin Rouge!”) directed from a screenplay by Baz Luhrmann & Sam Bromell and Baz Luhrmann & Craig Pearce and Jeremy Doner, story by Baz Luhrmann and Jeremy Doner. The film’s producers are Luhrmann, Oscar winner Catherine Martin (“The Great Gatsby,” “Moulin Rouge!”), Gail Berman, Patrick McCormick and Schuyler Weiss. Toby Emmerich, Courtenay Valenti and Kevin McCormick executive produced.
The director’s behind-the-scenes creative team includes director of photography Mandy Walker (“Mulan,” “Australia”), Oscar-winning production designer and costume designer Catherine Martin (“The Great Gatsby,” “Moulin Rouge!”), production designer Karen Murphy (“A Star Is Born”), editors Matt Villa (“The Great Gatsby,” “Australia”) and Jonathan Redmond (“The Great Gatsby”), Oscar-nominated visual effects supervisor Thomas Wood (“Mad Max: Fury Road”), music supervisor Anton Monsted (“Australia,” “Moulin Rouge!”) and composer Elliott Wheeler (“The Get Down”).
Principal photography on “Elvis” took place in Queensland, Australia with the support of the Queensland Government, Screen Queensland, and the Australian Government’s Producer Offset program.
A Warner Bros. Pictures Presentation, A Bazmark Production, A Jackal Group Production, A Baz Luhrmann Film, “Elvis” will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures. It is set to release in theaters in North America on June 24, 2022, and internationally beginning 22 June 2022.

[@delsmontgomery]

Austin KILLED this. And this was BEFORE any vocal training for the movie. He really gave his all for this role, and I'm not surprised, considering this will skyrocket his career

[@Sulu-sw3zo]

Agree, movie was terrible, but this kid was amazing. Great, great career ahead.

[@Ghost-qo5of]

@@Sulu-sw3zo movie was terrible? What you talking about

[@youngtruth9563]

@@Sulu-sw3zo movie was terrible? Idk what you were seeing but the movie was great and Austin Butler as Elvis was great as well, he exceeded the expectations

[@Sulu-sw3zo]

@@youngtruth9563 Yeah, the movie was just boring and absolute trash. Made a *HUGE* mistake using Col. Tom Parker as the narrator, and making him such a massive part of the film. *Tom Hanks performance was just a total embarrassment.* Worst performance that I've seen in years, by anyone. However, Austin Butler was just mesmerising. I wasn't expecting much from him, but he was truly wonderful in such a difficult role. He deserved a far better film to showcase his performance. Also, using modern artists to "re-imagine" The King is ridiculous. Elvis's music stands on its own. As it always has. I knew it was going to be a disaster to use such a two-bit director to bring Elvis to screen. He can GET LOST.

[@delsmontgomery]

@@Floridacoastwriter lmao I wish. But I can't have an opinion for myself? Get a life

[@lmaoqasim]

Austin nailed EVERTHING from the voice, the singing and Elvis's overall mannerisms too. Perfect casting.

[@markb.265]

Except for the fact that he looks nothing like Elvis.

[@depper]

@@markb.265 He LOOKS GREAT! NOONE looks exactly like Elvis.

[@julielawlor5482]

No way

[@IGarrettI]

@@markb.265 Malek looks nothing like Freddie either

[@michellesalgado6331]

@@julielawlor5482 Looks aren't everything!!

[@Alacaelum]

The feeling... man, this doesn't even feel like a movie. I may be exaggerating but it was like just... seeing Elvis at a little rehearsal, the way the attitude, even the little commentary about the pick flowed so naturally.

[@tcbmonkfish]

I thought the same. Looks effortless

[@djflarethecreator9261]

Lol! Yall are gettin carried away, for real.

[@valeriehostingue6349]

Totally agree with you !! This young man is just amazing

[@anamariapalau1612]

I think elvis is unique, dispite of austin has done a great work, nobody reaches the king!elvis forever🌈💝📀💒

[@James-sf9fv]

While he does play a good elvis it's just a great movie

[@SacredShores]

The movie was incredible. I’ve never left a theater wanting to go right back in to rewatch. Austin deserves any and every award for it.

[@aerobabe9292]

I totally agree! I went back two days later to watch it!!!

[@lemonysnick5171]

Yup. Felt the same way. I was shocked at how good this guy was in the role. Wasn't expecting that much and was completely blown away. Incredible performance.

[@JesusMyLordMarymyqueen]

Felt that too

[@deniseb.7795]

17 times and counting!

[@sophieminter0]

I also rewatched it in theaters a few days later!

[@sandylodato4953]

I am 81 years old and I got Elvis autograph when I was 15 years old in Tampa, Fl and Austin Butler's performance of Elvis Presley was absolutely outstanding!!!!! When I met Elvis he was the fill in for the intermission after Minnie Pearl and her group performed and when I went afterwards to get his autograph we had a rather lengthy chat. What an absolute gentleman he was. I am sure that his Mamma is truly proud of him as she should be. Austin, I am sure you will never see this but you have done an outstanding job portraying Elvis, the King, and he always will be forever. You are an outstanding man and so was he. Thank you for this wonderful memory of Elvis..I shall never forget it, never.

[@carrisagrace1]

Omg Sandy! I’m so jealous! I’m 41, when I was bout 8, I had my mom take a road trip to Graceland instead of begging for the whole Disney world thing. I had posters of him in my room. Born in the wrong era !

[@christianwinston9237]

This is so sweet. ❤️

[@sadepennbrook]

Whoa! You met Elvis. That’s insane.

[@JudyAWJ]

Austin should see this. Such a great compliment.

[@cr2444]

Bless your heart. Thank You for sharing

[@kevinchristensen8785]

He’s doing a perfect Elvis and it doesn’t seem like an impersonation. Like Elvis is actually there. Insane.

[@ourtimeisforever3101]

Absolutely

[@angelababy6490]

Please stop talking about the baz I can't stand him and precilila they are both jerks I will watch my old movies of the true Elvises movies tcb forever and always

[@mgray5001]

Yes! That was the triumph of it. More channeling and feeling than an imitation.

[@mgray5001]

@@angelababy6490 then just tune out and leave the rest of us to enjoy both!!

[@jimmykarlsson2567]

There are only ONE Elvis Presley and the others the impersonators/actors or whatever are lucky to even come close to him. Austin did a great job though. A job who is almost impossible to do

[@corey4152]

There is a rare gift among actors, that when they are so deeply ingrained in the role you no longer see the actor, you just see the character. There were moments watching that I felt like I saw Elvis and not someone recreating Elvis. Truly great actors are chameleons that shape shift to meet the challenge and he will be a truly great actor. Even if he doesn't do this level again, he will be remembered as the only actor that ever played Elvis successfully.

[@samthomas1945]

He was absolutely unreal but I still maintain that Jack White did a successful Elvis as well 😂

[@xScooterAZx]

@@samthomas1945 Ewe. I love Jack White,but he played Jack White with an Elvis wig. Not even in the same balllpark as Austin.

[@samthomas1945]

@@xScooterAZx haha obviously it's not in the same ballpark but it was clearly a successful performance

[@xScooterAZx]

@@samthomas1945 Yeah,for what it was written to be. :}

[@felixramos3078]

Well said, I felt the same. Sometimes, I sweared I was watching the real young Elvis instead of the actor. Amazing, and rare talent this young man has...

[@aaryamannambiar6677]

If Rami Malek could win an Oscar for Bohemian Rhapsody, then Austin Butler better SWEEP EVERY award, or else the whole world is a lie.

[@ntkbnd7897]

You didn't even see the movie yet lmao

[@ericstorm6582]

@@ntkbnd7897 How do you know? A lot of people have

[@JL-zn7me]

Austin will absolutely win an Oscar.

[@robd1329]

@@JL-zn7me i hope so. This looks really good!

[@donnybuoy]

​@@ntkbnd7897 This clip alone proves that the man has completely embodied Elvis. If Rami Malek can win an Oscar for lip-syncing, Austin Butler deserves an Oscar for this pre-production performance by itself.

[@noahskipps8809]

IYKYK.. my jaw absolutely dropped the moment he started singing..

[@patriciaclark9023]

I definitely think an Oscar is headed his way.

[@adam5075]

They will never give it to a white CIS male.

[@Jeremiahgoff]

agreed

[@dothejive]

I hope so, just saw the movie and his performance was amazing

[@marybrant9586]

I hope so. Nominations are over 6 mos away. It's almost always the movies near the end of the year that get nominated for something. I hope they remember this performance. Much better than Rami Malek's, Freddie.

[@Sylviayt3]

💯

[@depper]

Austin was a brilliant choice as there are millions of new young Elvis fans just based on the trailers alone. Many more will join us in the Elvis fanbase as soon as the movie drops. This movie successfully explains the contributions to music and America of Elvis Presley, to today's current generation. Elvis' legacy has been given a tremendous boost, and will help young people understand that he was a force of good for American music and humanity.

[@possiblymaybe6711]

He just stole black musicians music. Like nearly All American music was

[@depper]

​@@possiblymaybe6711 NOT TRUE. That's f'd up. Elvis was a pioneer. One of the architects of Rock and Roll. He did not steal black music. ZERO of his works were stolen. Elvis CREDITED EVERY SONGWRITER on EVERY SONG, on EACH ALBUM. EVERY SONG WRITER GOT PAID, and some paid really well (Little Richard. Otis Blackwell. Chuck Berry.) Yes -- Including the black song writers that sold their music to Elvis to perform. The 1950s was an era of music and culture experimentation and many thousands of hours jamming melding of R&B, Gospel and Rockabilly. Elvis was a genuine part of this era and new sound. He was a pioneer. Not first. But still a pioneer. In that era, it was an age of legendary song writers. Elvis performed ~700 songs. He was a musician who played great rhythm guitar and piano and boy could HE SING. He possessed a legendary instantly recognizable rich baritone. Legends such as Al Green, BB King, James Brown, Jackie Wilson, Sammy Davis Jr, Chuck Berry and Little Richard roamed the Earth at the same time Elvis did and they all knew Elvis, loved him, and praised him very highly. Elvis merged black and white music to help form Rock and Roll jolted a youth movement and civil rights movement to the forefront so both could succeed. It’s safe to say you know nothing about Elvis. Maybe you can give his story a chance.

[@PiersEIN]

Too true - Austin Butler is the perfect actor to get the new generations to look at Elvis' music and career.

[@delancy111]

you are absolutely right. after seeing the elvis trailer a while back i was so moved that i started listening to elvis and started playing music as well. i’m also a huge fan of austin butler now :)

[@depper]

@@delancy111 Thats AWESOME Cathrine!!! My FAVORITE piece was watching my own kids ( 15 and 20 yrs old at the time) enjoy Graceland when I took them -- and I get to take them to see the new Elvis movie and Im just as excited. His message would be so valuable in today's society if he were alive. The movie is as close as we'll ever get to that message and it looks like its going to DELIVER IT!!!

[@keth8947]

honestly if this dude starting touring as Elvis I think he would sell out stadiums. It is uncanny how much he looks, feels, sings like Elvis. It's like I'm looking at my past.

[@ElissaStark514]

I'd go! 🙌

[@jimmykarlsson2567]

The problem is, he doesn't even come close to Elvis varierty of voices. Yess he can sing That's alright, so can i very well. But none of us can sing America trilogy or if I can dream. If he wanna have a singin career, he most hit those high notes. And that's not something you just learn

[@sarita527]

@@jimmykarlsson2567 but he’s not a singer? He’s an actor. His job was to embody elvis and he played his part perfectly. The fact that he managed to come close to elvis’s range is a plus

[@jimmykarlsson2567]

@@sarita527 close??

[@Flavita013]

I thought the same thing!

[@thedisappointed2530]

This is incredible! Austin is doing an amazing job of embodying Elvis in every way. His singing is great!

[@markb.265]

No he's not. He looks nothing like Elvis.

[@julielawlor5482]

Dosntook like him and cannot sing like him

[@SpongeBoyST]

Similarity look - ✔ Good Elvis impression - ✔ Gutiar skills - ✔ Good singing - ✔ Austin Butler is the perfect match.

[@ScreamingWereWolf]

He's meant too resemble him! Not be a 100% like him

[@matrix5000100]

@@ScreamingWereWolf What do you expect? He is an actor making a film about Elvis Presley. And he does a really good job there. Nobody looks like Elvis and nobody will be like Elvis Presley. But Austin Butler is doing a very good job and that should be respected.

[@suspiciousminds1750]

I read elsewhere that this was early on and Butler had an additional 2 years of voice training. Still pretty impressive capturing Elvis' high pitched vocals.

[@JenniferBrigitteOpticalVortex]

Especially because this is the screen test. He was destined to play Elvis.

[@stylinsue535]

I saw an interview with the director that they mixed his vocals With the real Elvis for his latter years.

[@suspiciousminds1750]

@@stylinsue535 Yes, i read that also.

[@melvalevick910]

THEY USED ELVIS'S SINGING IN MOST OF THE SONGS. GUESS YOU DIDNT KNOW THAT. AUSTIN STILL DID A FANTASTIC JOB LEARNING SOME OF THE REAL EP'S MOVES

[@suspiciousminds1750]

@@melvalevick910 Of course I knew that. However, "Let's play house" and "Trouble" were Austin's voice. I specifically stated "high pitched voice" which EP had early on in the 50's, not later in his career. Not quite sure what your disagreement is.

[@melissastruxness512]

The man has charisma just like Elvis did. Damn. Now I really cannot wait to see the movie

[@johnnyspineto7885]

Dont want to talk too soon, can this movie eclipse all other movie releases ?? The star wars and all other blockbusters ?? We will have to see..

[@roseanneplatts930]

Same here

[@youngtruth9563]

Movie was great, watched it last night and I recommend for you to go watch it Austin Butler embodied Elvis, played Elvis great, moves like him, sounds like him, talks like him, etc etc, the guy killed it

[@melissastruxness512]

@@youngtruth9563 just got back from seeing it. Omg it is spectacular. Have a ticket for tomorrow again. Because no one will be as good as Austin portraying Elvis. It us made for the movies too. No way will it be as good on a tv

[@liverpoollass8615]

Movie was amazing 👌🏻

[@azalea5130]

just watched ELVIS and i’m shocked. the way this movie raised up easily to my top 4 favourite movies of all time is something you DONT see everyday. Austin’s performance as Presley was astonishing, he captured elvis so perfectly and his acting was IMPECCABLE. truly a cinema masterpiece, you could tell how much time and effort went into this movie, it REALLY shows.

[@Kay869]

Just finished watching ELVIS, and I gotta say, it was like watching the president himself. Austin is a darn good actor, he got some of us sobbling like babys. Hopefully he takes home all the awards, he played elvis so naturally 👏🏼👏🏼

[@delsmontgomery]

Same, I wish Austin had more lines than Tom Hanks though

[@amandalemos310]

I agree. Beautiful film

[@5roundsrapid263]

I thought most of the songs were overdubbed… Wow. My mother-in-law who saw Elvis in the ‘70s said this was the closest anybody could get to the real thing. She loved the film!

[@Michaelgabriel95]

I think during the scenes set in his early career it's Austin and then later it's Elvis's voice, but I honestly couldn't tell the difference he did so well.

[@5roundsrapid263]

@@Michaelgabriel95 I think you’re right. I read the younger Elvis is all Austin, but the older Elvis is a mix of both. Still an amazing performance!

[@Michaelgabriel95]

@@5roundsrapid263 yep amazing. Saw it yesterday and loved it!

[@lisaslater5755]

Its Austin really singing as the young Elvis, then Baz merges Elvis and Austins voices together as Elvis in Vegas and the end of the movie was sadly brilliant. Elvis looked so sick but The King's Unchained Melody giving it everything God bestowed upon him . Made me so proud of Elvis singing and playing the piano on one of his last live performances Ever. God Bless You Angel Baby.

[@RoyalHurlbert]

My mom said the same....after taking her to see it twice. LOL

[@saine414]

It's him all naked without any camera effects angles or nothing just a test totally pure... Crazy that he can be this good and this was in 2019 before the break they had i think so he probably got even better with time

[@FinelyTaylored]

I honestly don’t think there’s any combination of words I could use to accurately convey how blown away I am by this. Feels like watching real footage of musicians having a jam session. Austin makes every second of this feel genuine & I’m stunned. Outstanding. Going to be watching this on repeat.

[@markb.265]

Why? He looks nothing like Elvis.

[@FinelyTaylored]

@@markb.265 I couldn't disagree with you more there. Does he look exactly like Elvis? no, because no one does. But he looks enough like Elvis to pull it off. And even if you don't think he does, his voice and his dancing and his mannerisms and the soul he's putting into the performance are more than enough to make up for it. I feel like that's what is most important.

[@johnnyspineto7885]

This will be a smash.. this guy, best actor.. hands down.. i tried looking away, swear it was Elvis.. MAN !!

[@danielupsdell2697]

You crazy

[@johnnyspineto7885]

@@danielupsdell2697 look, everyone has their opinion, so far by the reviews this movie is getting and of the ones that saw it (the Presleys to add) it is a portrayal of the King. This guy is an excellent actor, and that is what an actor is supposed to do, transport you into another dimension, and embody the character of that person. And that he did superbly

[@Brook11223]

Also singing which is quite impressive and amazing.

[@ry-man4354]

I can play and sing at the same time. People tell me that I'm really good. But even I know it's not hard to do, and I'm not actually that good compared to the majority of people that can ay and sing at the same time. It's just 3 cords

[@ferdinand9555]

@@ry-man4354 His voice is amazing tho, literally closest thing to an elvis performance in 2022 that's why it is impressive and not that he can play and sing.

[@ry-man4354]

@@ferdinand9555 name 3 singers that you would consider "amazing"☝️

[@robjj5373]

@@ry-man4354 he's talking about singing like Elvis

[@treehugger7948]

I have to say I was shocked to learn that Austin did the singing. Incredible. Elvis had a distinct voice, very powerful, soulful and Austin captured it. I know there are impersonators out there but to perform such a wide range is amazing. If reincarnation is possible, well who knows. Elvis may have been reborn.

[@melvalevick910]

THEY USED ELVIS IN MOST OF THE SONGS. AUSTIN DID A GOOD JOB THOUGH

[@lorichambers2244]

My mouth literally dropped when I watched this footage. I actually feel like I am watching Elvis. It's so uncanny. So can't wait to watch this movie!

[@moviestarmemories630]

I remember Elvis, this kid is AMAZING.I got chills watching this movie.Really took me back in time!

[@themalibu8654]

this dude embodied elvis, mannerisms, vocals, look, everything, he nailed it. all the generations of elvis.

[@jayz0670]

Honestly one of the best movies I have ever seen. His performance was jaw dropping and was played to perfection. He’s insanely talented and I’m glad he got a role that will give him the recognition he deserves.

[@amandalemos310]

Definitely one of my favorite films I’ve ever seen!!!!

[@celebritychat496]

Austin Butler is taken us back in a time machine. Wonderful.

[@pinkey943]

Austin has a beautiful smile

[@tarashelton493]

I bet even Elvis himself would say that boy is good! It’s amazing really! Every award that could possibly be received should all go to Austin👍❤️😍😍

[@jilleahchannels8757]

I just saw the film and he NAILED playing Elvis. Completely forgot he was an actor for a second and it felt like I was watching Elvis perform in a movie. He was perfect for that role, I can’t imagine anyone else who could’ve played Elvis more convincingly than Austin.

[@deniseb.7795]

He deliberately avoided the "Thank you, thank you verrmuch"!

[@buccaneercat]

This may be a weird takeaway but I honestly hope this movie creates a soft American cultural shift back to the fashion, and musical era of the 1950s-60s. Austin’s performance as Elvis is so incredibly legendary! I’m in a constant state of awe when I see him in costume, immersed in the complex character, and accompanied by those powerful vocals! It’s all just so good! 🙌👑

[@deniseb.7795]

Any future, or even current, Elvis impersonators will FOREVER be compared to Austin the Magnificent, and to their detriment. He doesn't impersonate; Austin channels Elvis. He has the stage looks, voice, and moves (yowzah!!), but Austin also shows the personal side: the sadness at so many losses; the secret thoughts of achieving greatness and then deciding he won't be remembered; his physical fury at Col. Parker in the scene with Vernon, and his cold eyes staring through Parker from the stage; his initial happiness with 'Cilla; and so on. Austin Butler shows us every emotion, something Rami can only dream of doing. Austin's first leading role should get him his first Academy Award.

[@aussietalks6642]

doubt a movie alone would be able to do this but an artist who goes back to making real music like this most definitely could

[@Militarymight101]

Me too. I saw this movie opening day and was amazed.

[@princeofthemoon4501]

@@aussietalks6642 Selena did this with ease, to this day, people are still copying her 90’s fashion, we are literally in it right now

[@choose_happyxo]

I would love that. I miss real instruments and raw talent. I miss real dancing that doesn’t include being almost fully naked in a music video. But sadly I don’t think we’ll ever go back to a time like that. We can hope and pray

[@shirlys.5297]

What an amazing performance... You rock Austin Butler. Elvis would be so proud of you.

[@heatherfults7506]

I will not lie and say I didn’t scoff when I heard he got the roll. Im now eating every word, choking them down actually. He KILLED this and every other clip I’ve seen to. Im very impressed.

[@3ku1]

When Austin was first cast, I was doubtful. With how he resembles Elvis physically. But in reflection he def has that androginys look. The way he embodied Elvis style, charisma, and look. Came across as an authentic portrayl. Opposed to an imitation. The way he nailed his tone vocally was uncanny. It was a incredible performance.

[@michaelducey3328]

Whoa!! I'm in awe of this. It was like watching a young Elvis himself doing an audition. Imagine being in that room & witnessing that kid literally become the king... chills

[@julielawlor5482]

No way

[@marybrant9586]

He did all the 50's singing. Then they blended their voices. Austin doesn't know where his voice left off and Elvis's began. He never asked and Baz didn't tell him

[@stephanboxall1462]

I’ve never been a huge Elvis fan, though I don’t deny his incredible talent. I’ve never been so captivated by a film before such as this; then suddenly wrapped up in researching and watching original footage of the The King. Austin did an amazing job- I really think he should have won an Oscar. Incredible how one film can change your whole perspective about something.

[@daysjours]

Austin was amazing -- tons of charisma too. But once you see the real Elvis footage from the early days Austin pales next to the incandesence of th real Elvis. That is no knock on Austin who was magical In fact it is a compliment that he made you believe he was Elvis despite the real Elvis.

[@allimac5104]

My God, he was electrifying in this movie. I am still stunned. Magnificent.

[@DameDeluxe]

Mind blown I’m a huge Elvis fan AUSTIN NAILED IT IN EVERY WAY

[@wreckim]

I have listened to the original recordings of Elvis since the early 80s....have them in many of my mixes etc....and this kid is something else. Of course he's not ELVIS....nobody is. But the sound, and clarity, the enthusiasm, the voice, has me watching this all the way through. Well done young man.

[@Nabi_417]

I can't wait to hear Austin's humble, grateful and emotional speech at the Oscar with that statuette in his hand.

[@r.rvhman]

He said in a interview that while he was doing this, he was trying to connect to Elvis's soul

[@JL-zn7me]

Being someone who loves Elvis, like many of us, I’m so critical of Elvis impersonators. Watching Austin, I’m blown away. He fully immersed his heart and soul into this. You can feel the energy Austin has running through him. No one can compare to our Elvis, but Austin seems like he merged souls! I’m sure Austin’s mom is smiling so big right now, and beyond proud. Thank you Austin for doing the King justice!

[@candicemchale3850]

His mom was an Elvis fan and she passed away when Austin was 23, the same age Elvis lost his mom.

[@moopower800]

Goosebumps! I don't think I've heard anyone else sound this close to Elvis.

[@joanncipolla]

THIS WAS A OUTSTANDING MOVIE AND AUSTIN WAS SPECTACULAR ♥️♥️♥️

[@joannemurdock7899]

I have never gone to a cinema watched a movie with a compulsive desire to re watch it , let alone 9 times! OSCORS GALLORE FOR ELVIS THE MOVIE IS SENSATIONAL BRILLIANT AWESOME SPECTACULAR!

[@phoebeeefei]

i cannot get over how perfect he was for this, i know for a fact elvis was watching the whole process and with him the whole way

[@carriee.9712]

Omgoodness he did such an amazing job in the movie. I hope he wins an award for it!

[@karentamatea151]

Hey guys.. Just want to wish this talented handsome young talented man a very happy birthday 🎂..hope you have a great day Austin..always from NZ

[@sugaliciouskookiearmysuniv4286]

I became a Elvis Presley fan a big thanks to Austin butler ❤❤❤ this men totally dersurves a oscar

[@santividal9387]

His face may not look like Elvis's, but there's this strange feeling. Like, he feels like him

[@CharlotteDobre]

Just wow.

[@gonzacollao]

As soon as I heard him sing my jaw dropped to the floor. Just give him every damn award there is already.

[@tarronnez]

When I first saw the trailer I thought it’d be a disaster but I still looked forward to seeing it in theaters because I love seeing what an actor has to bring to the table. And let me tell you Austin brought an entire thanksgiving dinner and then some with his performance. He has all my respect, he really channeled Elvis. Amazing film, I plan on watching it one more time in theatre thanks to his performance.

[@user-rf5gp7bh4e]

Austin Butler already won an oscar in everybodys heart, having the courage to play Elvis Presley to show to the world, who Elvis is, also to the younger generations to go back in time to know that Elvis, is a grandma, grandpa's era, is their parent's era & is timely that the younger generation see how the fashion of the past, compare to now, the differences, the hair style, the clothings & the legend lives on, Elvis Presley 🙏🧡✝️😌

[@See-what-is]

Austin is NOT your average "impersonator" but his performance is an embodiment of Elvis' essence. He is not trying to imitate Elvis knowing that this would lead to a caricature. And we have seen too many of that. We have been widness of the destuction of a legacy turning Elvis into a joke, a Las Vegas Wedding prop. This movie will make this injustice undone.

[@theelvisappreciator11]

Very well said

[@krism2649]

Absolutely.

[@johnnyspineto7885]

If there was a way to explain, and to your point Seewhatis, there are thousands of imitators out there, Baz cast an actor, one that already had pedigree, as an actor, and created a movie, detailing Presleys influences in music, and dug deep into an era where people viewed things a certain way, when this artist came around he became the true rebel that no one had ever seen before. An artist that would change the face of music, and would become a veritable influence to future musical artists. The work of Baz to cast Austin for the role and not an imitator or tribute artist, and tell that story the way he did is totally brilliant, and worthy of multiple oscars

[@peggypieters661]

110% in agreement; very well articulated.👍👍

[@angelababy6490]

​@@theelvisappreciator11 this guy is a fruit cake I can't stand him he is no man this is a disgrace you people don't know any better tcb😢😢😢😢

[@sajid1979]

Austin was Flawless playing Elvis. 👏👏👏👏 He has to win an Oscar for his role.

[@user-si3jx9pz7l]

Such a talented young man

[@ramirezproductions0826]

I know Butler is gonna win best actor this year! He killed it in Elvis!! He definitely deserves it!

[@joycebourke2257]

I'm lost for words. Just finished watching the movie. Austin is amazing as Evis. He deserves an Oscar he's soo good.. EXCELLENT

[@ozanyapisan5965]

Am in love with this man after watchin Elvis. They couldn't have picked anyone better.

[@gabbyfelix8305]

Austin Butler's career is forever set for great success. He did a terrific job playing Elvis and if he continues putting the same amount of work into his other rolls as he has always done, then he will become one of the greatest actors in history.

[@melindabaker2622]

This should be the Oscars opening performance !!! And a standing ovation!!

[@dalebatch663]

He already sounds so good. He can sing. Especially before the training. After the training his voice is spot on. Amazing.

[@isabellavetere6051]

That really sounds like Elvis’s voice coming through Austin

[@joannap8769]

What? I didn’t realize he actually sang in the movie 😮 I assumed they used actual recording of Elvis or a really good impersonator. That’s incredible!

[@charlotc5326]

I read they mixed a bit, his voice with the real Elvis

[@SRLovesPandas1]

he sang for the scenes where Elvis was younger, but as the character got older, they used Elvis’ real voice.

[@CaptainRockoBD]

They did use a really good impersonator. It’s called an actor, and his names Austin butler.

[@anjakrames5705]

Austin Butler is sooo great. Elvis would love him.

[@ChariseSowells]

History in the making right here. A star is born. I have loved Baz's work since R&J. He blew it out of the water with this one! What a masterpiece. And it truly seems like Austin was meant to play this role and all the Disney parts led him here. Can't wait to see what the future holds for him.

[@francescaa8331]

The attitude and the fact that he looked like he was digging the music so much! It's really mesmerizing.

[@broganashton6754]

I would happily watch this film everyday for the rest of my life if I could. I even remember thinking about it for months after. Everyone was cast so perfectly and Austin’s performance was impeccable. It’s eerie how much he can draw you in to the role. Baz and the team done such a wonderful job. Thank you for one of the best films that has been produced!!!

[@gifted2at94]

I'm sure his Mom is looking down with complete pride with what this dude has accomplished with the role. Just with all the clips I've seen he just nailed in every way . I'm a tennessean as well so growing up here Elvis was Never not a part in our lives I'm 34 and don't remember him not being in our House hold. Prince is my number 1 Artist, but Elvis, and I try and tell this to my Wife this, I just have a connection with this guy, I feel most Southern men have a little Elvis in them especially if he was a part of your parents soundtrack.

[@annbrowning9697]

Wow, you’re 34 and felt this way? Tennessean here also, but I’m 66 and was around when he was. LOVED HIM!

[@gifted2at94]

@@annbrowning9697 Yes Ma'am my Mom's is a Superfan I guess I am too. She use to put me to bed with his cds playing in the background, So I really didn't have a choice.....lol. But with all I read and watched on the man I feel like I know the guy. We're taking my Mom to see the Movie tonight she's so excited I told my wife back in the winter I have to go opening weekend!

[@boss302frostyfordfan2]

I am so proud of Austin after seeing that im sure this movie will be incredible

[@markb.265]

There's no such thing as a watchable Baz Luhrmann movie.

[@SW-ck3pm]

@@markb.265 The Great Gatsby is really good.

[@heatherhillman2994]

My God, Austin!!!!! You just rocked my world!!

[@Justinmartin7899]

Man I got a fright when he opened his mouth its like hearing elvis for real

[@Elvis-55]

this guy is amazing he managed to capture the essence and charisma of elvis his version of that's allright mama is amazing it sounds like a recording session in sun records studios

[@chrisbaker5860]

took my grandmother to see this movie and she couldn't keep still, she was floored by Austin's performance. afterward she reminded me of the one time she reached out for Elvis and barely grazed his arm, she said she was very popular at school until she washed her hand.

[@maryvallettakeith6146]

🤣

[@WarriorEsoteric]

What a incredibly talented young man

[@samanthahardman7459]

Just been to see this. It was AMAZING!!!! I must have spent the whole last 3rd in tears it was so moving. This boy is perfection in this part. Couldn't have done better and god damn he is hot!!!

[@LaurenOliviArt]

He was made for this role. Both him and Elvis both lost their moms at the same age. It’s like Elvis picked him personally from the heavens !

[@DYA9091]

STUNNING!!!! he is so sooo talented.

[@cinnamongirl23]

Austin Butler did absolutely amazing!! It’s like he was channeling the spirit of Elvis in this movie. He wasn’t acting… he was literally channeling. Everything was on point…. He captured the energy, spirit, the moves, the mannerisms, the way Elvis spoke, the singing , …. Just everything! I’ve never seen another actor or singer be so spot on before.

[@sparkside217]

Elvis gave his all on stage, and Austin gave his all performing as Elvis performing on a stage.

[@ayahadra2656]

This was an unbelievable experience, acting was perfect and he depicted Elvis so well. Words can’t explain how much I love this movie

[@meeraaudio]

Austin Butler will win the Oscar. His performance is mesmerizing

[@karenkipp8794]

I LOVED ELVIS ! It was a Fantastic 🎬 movie. AUSTIN BUTLER IS ELVIS. I'd never heard of him until this movie . Elvis would be proud 👏. 🎼🎸🎙🎵 !!!!

[@denvyzhang4006]

I'm amazed by this performance. It doesn't feel impersonating, but original.

[@robd1329]

Im also impressed...way more than any impersonator!

[@SpongeBoyST]

This makes me more and more excited...

[@Light-n-love]

It's the soul that we can't get enough of! His energy does something to the electricity of our hearts!!! Which is the soul, the divinity, the source in all of us! I think sound is the vibration of creation! Which is why music creates joy it's because it is creation! ❤️‍🔥💗❤️‍🔥💗 Aho` and so it is!! Stunning performances all around, so incredible! I'm blessed to be alive to have witnessed any of it! I was 6 years old when Elvis died 2.5 weeks after my birthday! My parents got to see Elvis in concert! 💜 Pretty amazing! #INCREDIBLE

[@Smurphy415]

I was not expecting him to sound JUST LIKE ELVIS!!

[@traida111]

I am glad they made this movie, I didn't really know what happened to him. Now I get the hype

[@wheeler6768]

Austin was phenomenal. As musical biopics go this blows Bohemian Rhapsody out of the water

[@Yodayameart]

This dude and his Elvis-Perfomance are literally stuck in my head for several days in a row now…

[@johndeagle4389]

He's going to win the Academy Award for best actor

[@SPEEDPAINTER1]

INCREDIBLE PERFORMANCE!

[@darlenesavoy7406]

I can watch this all day long. No words can express his performance and those facial expressions are too precious. Fantastic job Austin you owned this. Would love to hear more Elvis songs sung by you. A CD full of your voice would be awesome.

[@DYA9091]

YES!!!! that would be great!!!!!

[@samanthasmiles9112]

I had no idea who Austin Butler was. BOY do I know who he is now. Phenomenal performance.

[@DYA9091]

I can't stop watching and listening to Austin's performances, he is truly mesmerizing, absolutely magnetic.

[@georgepaulknapp]

how could you not like this expertly done performance

[@schnips94]

excuse me while I try to hold back tears 😭 so when I was around 16-17 I became obsessed with Elvis, and when I say obsessed, I mean O-B-S-E-S-S-E-D 😅 going to see impersonators, watching his movies and any documentary I could get my hands on, etc. well now a decade later and that interest had faded and then this damn movie comes along. when I watched this video I got literal chills, it was like being in the room with the legend himself. Austin Butler has done something in this movie that I have never seen any other actor do before, it's almost like he reincarnated Elvis. obviously the stellar costume design and set designs have a lot to do with it, but I have NEVER seen any other actor get this close to the source material 🤯 needless to say, this movie and Butler's performance has reignited that obsession, so if you don't mind me I'll just be watching this video a couple (or hundred) more times 😍

[@1sweetfamilylifea]

The trailer alone convinced me to see the movie. Tom Hanks being included was a bonus because he has such range as a character actor. Realizing the depth of the family’s support, however, intrigued me even more. I’m not an Elvis fan in the realm of what a true Elvis fan is, but I’m looking forward to seeing the film. I had never heard of Austin Butler, but have since watched interviews. He definitely has a certain aura.

[@cezarydaniowski3993]

wtf!!?! AMAZING!!! GOSH!!! Austin Butler is perfect actor to play Elvis! As big Elvis fan I'm sooo happy to watch this movie!

[@DoUntoOthersAsUWouldHaveDone2U]

AUSTIN BUTLER IS ELVIS. THROUGH & THROUGH🎙🎸🏆