Unveiling the Stars Who Brought Elvis to Life on the Silver Screen

Elvis Presley's legacy has been the inspiration for numerous films over the past 50 years. Below is a list of actors who have portrayed the King of Rock and Roll in various movies. Recently, Elvis has experienced a resurgence in popularity, with a notable 2022 biopic directed by Baz Luhrmann.

Elvis is also a prominent figure in Priscilla, an adaptation of Priscilla Presley's memoir by Sofia Coppola set to release in 2023. However, there are numerous other feature-length portrayals of Elvis, which will be listed below along with the actors and productions they appeared in.

Kurt Russell

ABC

Movie: Elvis; Forrest Gump (uncredited vocal performance)Year: 1979; 1994Where to watch: N/A (currently unavailable to stream); Paramount+

Don Johnson

NBC

Movie: Elvis and the Beauty QueenYear: 1981Where to watch: N/A (currently unavailable to stream)

David Keith

Touchstone Pictures

Movie: Heartbreak HotelYear: 1988Where to watch: N/A (currently unavailable to stream)

Michael St. Gerard

Orion Pictures

Movie: Heart of Dixie; Great Balls of FireYear: 1989Where to watch: Freevee; N/A (currently unavailable to stream)

Val Kilmer

Warner Bros.

Movie: True RomanceYear: 1993Where to watch: Apple TV, Prime Video, Google Play, YouTube, Vudu (all VoD only)

Rob Youngblood

NBC

Movie: Elvis and the Colonel: The Untold StoryYear: 1993Where to watch: N/A (currently unavailable to stream)

Peter Dobson

Paramount Pictures

Movie: Forrest Gump; Protecting the KingYear: 1994; 2007Where to watch: Paramount+; N/A (currently unavailable to stream)

Rick Peters

Showtime

Movie: Elvis Meets NixonYear: 1997Where to watch: Peacock Premium

Harvey Keitel

Largo Entertainment/TCB Productions

Movie: Finding GracelandYear: 1998Where to watch: Tubi

Bruce Campbell

Vitagraph Films

Movie: Bubba Ho-TepYear: 2002Where to watch: Prime Video

Tyler Hilton

20th Century Studios

Movie: Walk the LineYear: 2005Where to watch: Max

Jack White

Sony Pictures

Movie: Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox StoryYear: 2007Where to watch: Apple TV, Prime Video, Google Play, YouTube, Vudu (all VoD only)

Robert Patrick

CB Productions

Movie: Lonely StreetYear: 2008Where to watch: N/A (currently unavailable to stream)

Michael Shannon

Amazon Studios/Bleecker Street

Movie: Elvis & NixonYear: 2016Where to watch: Prime Video

Austin Butler

Warner Bros.

Movie: ElvisYear: 2022Where to watch: Max

Jacob Elordi

A24

Movie: PriscillaYear: 2023Where to watch: Max (sometime in 2024); also available for rent/purchase via VoD platforms

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Editor's P/S

As a Gen Z netizen, I am fascinated by the enduring legacy of Elvis Presley and the numerous actors who have brought him to life on the silver screen. It's incredible to see how different interpretations of Elvis have emerged over the years, each capturing a unique aspect of his persona and music. From the early portrayal in the 1979 film "Elvis" to the recent critically acclaimed biopic directed by Baz Luhrmann, each actor has brought their own style and charisma to the role.

I appreciate the comprehensive list provided in the article, which highlights the various movies and actors who have portrayed Elvis. It's exciting to see that Elvis' story continues to captivate audiences, and I look forward to exploring some of these films to gain a deeper understanding of the King of Rock and Roll's enduring impact on popular culture.