According to media reports, Butler is following in Christian Bale’s footsteps.
As early as October 2024, news broke that the idea of a new adaptation of the Bret Easton Ellis novel “American Psycho” would soon be implemented – by director Luca Guadagnino. Now reported “VarietyAustin Butler is set to play the lead role.
“American Psycho”: Butler to replace Bale
Butler follows in the footsteps of Christian Bale, who played the role of murderous yuppie Patrick Bateman in the legendary 2000 film adaptation.
As the US industry newspaper reports, Jacob Elordi was initially considered a hot candidate for this role, but Elordi ultimately did not get the role.
Guadagnino’s film will not be a remake of the 2000 film, but rather a new adaptation of the Ellis novel.
Austin Butler: Known for Elvis
Butler became world famous for his portrayal of Elvis Presley in Baz Luhrmann’s 2022 film “Elvis”. He received a Golden Globe and a Bafta Award for his performance and was also nominated for an Oscar.
It is not yet known when the film will be released in cinemas.