Elvis - Movie Review 

Not even a massive Elvis fan but GOD I loved this movie. I wanted to listen to Elvis songs all night afterwards because of how deeply I felt for the man's struggles.

I saw this movie tonight and there came a point where I completely forgot I was watching an actor playing Elvis Presley, Austin Butler was incredible. If that man does not take home some major acting awards for this role, it'll be a damn shame.

Austin Butler deserves an Oscar nomination for this role. He was incredible.

The last performance, I was legitimately unsure if Austin Butler was in the scene at all, because he was just that good throughout the whole thing! He definitely disappeared into several scenes. This may be the best Elvis biopic that can make me feel like I'm really watching Elvis himself. Like Bohemian Rhapsody did for Queen, but way better!

I can’t believe a C-list Disney guy ended up this good. It’s gonna be really cool to see how far he goes.

austin butler was the perfect guy for Elvis. i agree that by the end when they showed real videos of Elvis i forgot that’s what Elvis actually looked like. i felt like i was watching real footage of Elvis throughout the whole movie

the movie was epic I felt the impact of the film you saw a bright bubbly young Elvis go from healthy good kind hearted family man to a 1973 shadow of what his was. He was tired over worked and exhausted in 1977 you saw nothing Elvis was already gone he was just a shell of his former self. Yes drugs may have played a part of his demise but Parker was a major part of his decline and fall.

It's been a long time since a movie took a bit of my heart with it, but this one did. I had to sit there several minutes after it ended to collect myself. I've loved Elvis my whole life, and this movie made me mourn him like we lost him yesterday.

Never heard of Austin Butler before but now I'm looking forward to seeing him as Elvis and excited to see him play one of my favorite antagonists in Dune: Part 2. He's been cast as Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen for those who don't know. Just sprung onto the scene he did at least as far as I'm aware.

Loved the bit where he got to meet a young Forrest Gump and learnt that iconic leg move dance with him. What a legend that guy was! That's all I have to say about that. Edit: Thank you for all the likes. Love you all.

I loved this movie. Even though I’ve heard of Elvis, I never knew much about him. It made me feel so sad for him in his later years in Las Vegas.

You hit every nail on the head. Wasn’t much of an Elvis fan prior but now I’m obsessed with the legend. This movie was so good. 20/10

Baz Luhrman’s style is always so distinct, excited to see it used for an Elvis movie! I think it may help set it apart from all of the typical musical biopics we’ve seen countless times

Jeremy. On behalf of your subscribers. We just want to say a simple thank you for all you do.

I just finished watching the movie and it was fantastic. Incredible performances from the cast great directing, great story, it was a great way to introduce Elvis Presley to the younger generation so that they can appreciate the work that he did during his short time on earth.

I saw this movie with my mom tonight for my late sister(who was the gigantic Elvis fan in the family). She would have absolutely loved it. I am surprised how much I wound up enjoying it, and a lot of that is thanks to Austin Butler. He really drew you in with this intense and passionate performance, with absolutely a lot of his heart into it. I'll repeat what so many people are saying in so many comments sections, if he doesn't win any kind of award for what he's done here, there is something wrong down in tinsel town.

I like the idea of a short “mini series” show about the Beatles, with each hour long movie quality episode representing a different era in the Beatles history.

Just hearing Austin’s interviews you can tell he really poured himself into this role and it shows. Luhrman’s visual style looks like it really elevates this movie. The two part HBO documentary called Elvis Presley: The Searcher was also quite good and highlighted the person behind the American icon that is Elvis (I think it’s on Netflix too).

Austin Butler did very well in his role. I feel there could have been a bit more soul into the film itself. I was looking forward to seeing who Elvis was, as a person, as a father, as a husband, as a son, as a friend, how he met his wife, their romance, what challenges he faced growing up, how did he overcome those challenges to get his first record deals with Sun Records, what he felt when his first record achieved success, what he felt on anything.

I want a biopic of Guns N Roses. I can just imagine how crazy their rise to the height of fame and the characters can make that a compelling movie

For those who felt that this movie's style is a bit exaggarated and over the top, that's just Baz Luhrmann's thing

So excited Austin is getting praise!! Can't wait to see what he does in Dune Part II as Feyd-Rautha

The music in this movie, my god it never stops and it’s all so goddamn good. The gospel, the rock and roll, the blues, all mesh together so perfectly. Baz made his masterpiece. Austin disappeared completely into the role and Tom Hanks was his usual creep self. My one minor gripe is that we didn’t get any fat Elvis time. The downfall and the descent could’ve had more time spent on it but that’s it. 8.3/10

What you mentioned about one accepting that's what Elvis looks like is exactly how I felt. Austin doesn't really look very phisically similar to Elvis, but he does it so extremely well, that you don't think while watching the movie, that you're seeing an Elvis impersonator, you feel like you're actually watching Elvis

Jeremy's explanation of the "why" of this movie at the beginning of the review is so important. I had no interest inherently in seeing this, but now I understand what could be the draw.

I've always thought that a Nirvana biopic could be great. Some very crazy shit went on with the band behind the scenes. Also just the idea of some underground grunge band accidentally becoming the biggest band in the world, and basically starting a cultural movement, is interesting to me. Would be tricky for time reasons so maybe a miniseries would be best. Also it would have a depressing ending with Kurt and all. Still would be interesting to see.

I took a literature in music class in highschool and one of our units was dedicated entirely to Elvis and the impact he had. Our teacher made the point that there have really only ever been three (a group is one of them) world superstars. Elvis, the Beatles, and Michael Jackson. While we have had many many stars since then, he made the point that no one has come close to capturing the same fire as all of them did. While it easier to become famous now than it was then, the market is also saturated. Elvis is the precursor to that kind of fame, his debut coincides with many things that gave him an advantage and his outstanding sense of performance captured everyone. Sure we have groupies now who will follow a band around, but Elvis set the country and the world in some sense on fire. I actually like his voice and music too.

I’d love to see something on The Bee Gees. The more you look into their work the more revolutionary you see they were.

I'd love to see a biopic on Bass Reeves; he was a slave to a confederate officer who he punched out during a chess match and then ran north to become one of the first black marshals (if I remember right). He was so hardcore Lawful Good that he brought his own son in when a warrant went out for his arrest. Walked for miles in the heat to show up at a bandit hide out pretending to be one of them, to capture a pair of murderers. Survived several ambushes including being stuck between 2 horses and nearly shot in the head. The guy was /really/ good at his job and a fair and just man in all his dealings from everything I've read.

I've never been an Elvis fan, but I'm strongly tempted to go for many of the reasons you mention. The trailers were actually that intriguing...

I just watched Elvis and it was hands down one of the best movies I’ve seen recently. I loved it! And I thought the same thing as far as forgetting Austin isn’t actually Elvis. Incredible

This was one of the few movies I wanted to see on opening day and my wish came true and I saw it. Instant #1 movie of the year for me no doubt and sometimes I really did feel like I was just watching Elvis. Austin butler did an absolutely phenomenal job and I hope the man gets the attention he deserves. The style, the music, the pacing all was so perfect for me. I really would recommend watching this film

I'm really happy this movie is good, my grandma always loved Elvis and every time I see thing about him I think of her, I never was a big Elvis fan but I can't wait to watch this. P.S I don't know why, but I LOVE when you PUNCH the screen at the end. thanks for doing it again!

The best thing about this review is how you yourself see how these managers that go onto TikTok RU-vid or Instagram and find people to exploit while also setting them up for a future of addiction. And not just to drugs, but now also the feeling of being loved on these platforms. We need more movies about that!

Just watched this movie tonight. Wow. It broke my heart, and I wasn’t expecting that. To see how he was used and abused financially, just tore a hole in my heart. That poor man died at 42, so young. Austin Butler and Tom Hanks gave stellar performances.

Just saw it tonight, an absolute masterpiece! My mother is a major Elvis fangirl, so I was raised on the music and the legend. It gave an even deeper look into the man I've admired since childhood and gave me an even deeper respect for him and his legacy

What's love got to do with it (Tina Turner bio) has always stuck with me. A really good portrayal and doesn't do too much of the skipping around in time. More has a moral to the story or goal you could say than to just give highlights of someone's life.

I was skeptical but I always trust a good Jeremy review

When it transitioned from Austin singing Unchained Melody to the actual footage of Elvis, i got fucking goosebumps

Best biopic I've ever seen. If Austin Butler doesn't get an Oscar nomination, I will never watch the Oscar's again! His performance is breath takingly amazing. He sings all the songs of young Elvis and has his body movements down perfect. I've got a new heart throb to drool over

Saw this one on an early screener, Austin Butler absolutely CRUSHES the role. I'd be shocked if he didn't win an Oscar for it, I think a nom is a foregone conclusion.

I'd like to see a biopic about Cecil B DeMille. Seeing him when he's trying to make Ben Hur and dealing with the deaths on that movie could be interesting.

just seen this movie today in the cinema and I'm still in shock. I can't even really form coherent thoughts on it yet, except that I hope a director's cut of this is going to be put out. my only real complaint of the movie is that I wanted more of it. Austin Butler was absolutely extraordinary, particularly in the 2nd half.

A Chris Farley or Robin Williams biopic would be interesting to see. Kind of looking into the darker depression they struggled with in their life amongst all the joy they brought.

I feel like it's only a matter of time before we get a Stan Lee biopic

I love Jeremy's Arnie impersonation. It just makes me smile.

Well done!!! “Cautionary Tail” perfect description! It’s so good. Thanks for your review. ❤️👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

I'd love to see a biopic of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, with Vigo Mortensen possibly playing an older Tom. Or a biopic on just the making of Rumours by Fleetwood Mac. That alone is a crazy story.

Awesome review as always Jeremy, I appreciate these reviews more than you know

I saw this movie 3 times opening weekend! Loved it....yet at the end of each viewing I had the same sad feeling & tears. I never knew Col. Tom Parker's story and this movie shared it. Yes, without him Elvis never would have been a superstar but Parker was a manipulative, controlling person and most definitely played a part in Elvis' demise.

I saw this movie today and LOVED it. I totally agree with your review (though I have yet to really disagree with your views on things and I’ve been watching for 10 years😅) and loved your take on how this is a cautionary tale. Thank you for that point.

You can do any style with that hair and it looks great mate! As always a wonderful review. Have a nice day.

Anyone surprised that Jeremy hasn't reviewed Lightyear yet? A movie that came out a week before Elvis?? That's surprising

Absolutely loved it! I had middling expectations; wasn't impressed by the trailers. I loved austin butler as elvis; he killed it. The performances were fantastic! Tom Hanks as Goldmember/Colonel Parker was very interesting. Never really heard Tom do a voice other than his own. I loved it so much and will be seeing it again soon :) thanks for the review Jeremy

For me personally a Sam Cooke biop has got to be made. Everything about the man is legendary, even down to his dodgy murder with the theory the CIA and the likes had a massive hand in it. Would be madness not to do one imo

Austin Butler is proof positive of what happens when a talented actor is given good material to work with. The only other show I have see him in was the terrible Chronicles of Shannara MTV series. He just seemed like a one note pretty boy. I never would have thought that he would be equipped to play so such larger than life character, like Elvis.

I would like to see a biopic on The Beatles, or one of the members during an important part of their solo careers.

Saw it over the weekend, loved it! Austin Butler did so well in this role. He really encapsulated Elvis with his look, voice, mannerisms, everything!! Heartbreaking story however.

Just want to give a shoutout to you my man since you're almost at 2 millions subscribers. I've been watching you reviews forever now it seems and it's always a pleasure to continue to do so. I think what I love the most is that you never changed your format/background. You could've gone very differently with your success in terms of production value/and maybe attitude, but the fact that you still stick to your good old red background andstill talk the same way my friends would, feel like comfort food in a way haha It really shows that you don't need a lot to reach an audience. Being yourself and a great communicator are the most important aspects I think. Cheers!

I was so excited to see this pop up in my feed. I really thought this movie would be sidelined by my favorite RU-vidrs tbh. Been dying for this movie since it was announced in 2019

Going to see it Thursday, and now I'm excited to see it based on your review. Thanks!

I really like what he did for Gatsby so I'm looking forward to this. Pleased to hear it's actually good for a biopic.

Thought this movie was phenomenal, my parents have always loved Elvis so naturally I have too. My favourite aspect was the speed of the film. For a long movie Baz made it fast paced, similar to the short yet energetic and even unhealthy life of Elvis Presley. Being younger it helps me gain a better understanding of his experiences in a theatrical setting (obviously not exactly how he experienced it)

I love this guy making professional reviews for all his videos!

Thank you…thank you very much on the review Jeremy and I would love to see a bio pic of Dean Martin my favorite singer of all time

The core thing that the movie hit spot on is showing us the struggle that Elvis went through and it did that perfectly and you feel indeed like your watching Elvis's life unfold. The sad part about it all is that years before Elvis died. He had already left the building.

love how they show real little snips of elvis throughout the movie right to the end

Elvis Presley is my favourite solo singer/singer of all time and from the 1950s!!!! I am REALLY excited to see the movie, it's not out here, but I really want to see Austin Butler's portrayal of The King of Rock 'n' Roll! The movie really looks good!!!!!

I was drawn into the movie when I saw the trailer. I’m glad to see Austin doing more and I’m glad that you said he did a good job

My grandparents were massive Elvis fans, they had a memorial room FULL of Elvis memorabilia... It always amazed me looking at all the Elvis things they had, I was left with my grandma's TCB necklace that my grandpa had made out of their first wedding ring... I wear it all the time, gotta say I'm stoked to see this movie

This move was great. I don’t know if it was the direction, the cinematography, or the editing but it was just beautifully shot. Felt like an actual MOVIE! I don’t know how to explain it.

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This was a great review! You sold me on seeing this movie! Thank you.

I'd love a biopic of John Coltrane. He led an interesting life with loads of struggle. Hell, a lot of those jazz guys from the same era led similar lives where they burnt bright and died quickly.

Didnt think id be one of those girls in the crowd of the first performance , but my god his acting brings out that chest tightening swooning feeling suprised the hell outta me it was like he was turning into him with each line 💗

As a huge Elvis fan I was very concerned about what they would do to him, I basically thought they were gonna make a hit piece and almost Disney Star Wars him. Glad to hear my concerns likely won’t be coming to fruition.

I’ve always thought that Dewey Cox should have a biopic, he’s had an interesting life

Thanks as always for the review, Jeremy. So glad to hear that Elvis was good. Really looking forward to seeing it now.

Your Arnold Schwarznegger impersonation remains one of the best and it made me smile to see it again XD

Oh what a splendid start! "I can't think about Elvis without thinking about Stamos!". I feel the same way 😀

I think Tupac Shakur deserves a properly done biopic. He has such a fascinating story that could make for a very interesting movie

Not even an Elvis fan but I think it's pretty good to depict anyone who's considered a legend in their field in a realistic and vulnerable way rather than just glorifying them all the time and putting them on a pedestal that doesn't actually exist, because no matter who the celebrity is or how larger than life they become/seem...they're still only human and will have flaws just like anyone else. Btw, I NEED to see more Jeremy Jahns-doing-Arnold Schwarzenegger-impersonations! I almost died when he did that at 2:42 🤣🤣☠☠ I could literally watch a 10+ minute video of just him talking in an Arnold impersonation lol 🥰

It’s felt like this movies already been out for a month! I swear, I’ve just been inundated with premiere photos, interviews and everything. But I’m happy you really liked it and it lives up to the hype that’s been created

Very few actors can nail the essence of an iconic performer. Not every actor has to LOOK like the icon they are portraying. For example, Jennifer Lopez didnt look exactly like Selena, Michelle Williams as Marilyn Monroe or Rami Malek as Freddie Mercury, but their performance was outstanding. However their performance has to convince the audience that THEY are indeed the icons themselves. Not every actor is able to pull that off. Either they were made for that role or they weren't.

Amazing review!!!! I have bought 5 tickets for the first week. I can’t wait. Roll on ELVIS. TCB ⚡️

If Id say one thought or emotion that this film gave me after viewing it, its optimism. Or rather, the feeling of me being able to achieve whatever dream or goal I set my mind to. Elvis was such a greater than life person, with so much to give its hard to say he and his whole being was anything but inspirational. I think this film was a masterpiece.

Why does Tom Hanks look and sound like he just came from auditioning for Penguin in The Batman and just kept the same energy

Was interested in this and now will definitely check out

Ray is probably the best bio movie ever

Thanks man for your super reaction. You funny and quick and you get down to the meat fast. I appreciate your seeing that this movie seemed and was pretty close to the real Elvis and not the chubby impersonators that have this his legacy and influenced young people who never knew him. I saw his struggles in the 50's I was 11 years old and my dad would not let me watch him. Many called it devil music. People also don't know what a kind and generous humanitarian he was. I am 78 and know I will love seeing the greatest entertainer who ever lived.

My life has changed after watching the movie. I have never listened to Elvis' songs. Sure I heard his name and everyone says he's a legend. But I have no idea about his career. I don't even know that Can't help falling in love is Elvis' song ! (I just know this when watching the movie, my reaction is hilarious 😂)After watching the movie, I watched every video of him performing, I listened to his songs. And now I become a huge fan. I'm obsessed with him now 🥰 I wish I knew him from long time ago. His music is amazing.

I recently watched the Kurt Russell/John Carpenter’s Elvis movie and that was quite good, recommended

I am shocked we haven't had a big-budget major motion picture about the Beatles, especially about their touring years. We've have TV movies and a few indie films about their early pre-1964 period and 1969-post period (Nowhere Boy starring Aaron Taylor Johnson is about teenage John Lennon), but we've never actually had a film that details the 1964-1966 touring years/Beatlemania, or the creation of Sgt Pepper, the White Album and Abbey Road. I'd personally like to see a two-part film. The first focuses on the touring years (I'd have called it Eight Days a Week if not for the documentary, but you could also call it Meet the Beatles after their first US Capitol album). The second focuses on the studio years. I'd reckon a film about the Beatles would be massive at the box office. The Beatles are still hugely popular and relevant, even more than Elvis. Even a lot of millennials and Gen Z (my generation) love them. It'd be a hugely dependent on the casting. The Fab Four have very distinct and iconic personalities. And all four were hilarious and witty. You actually will need a British comedy writer to help write the screenplay.

Austin crushed it! He did sooo well! A biopic I'd like to see, a river phoenix biopic would be 👌🏻

Austin Butler's performance was incredible; I vividly remember him from Zoey 101, iCarly and even Aliens in the Attic...I always thought he was resigned to those kind of roles and then would just fade away, so I was glad he was selected for this role because he delivered on every last drop

I was waiting to watch your review of this movie, “now I want to see it,” I’m a huge Elvis Presley fan.

I’m interested to see a Keith Moon biopic. I’m fascinated about his lifestyle during the 60’s & 70’s. I have a actor in mind to play Keith Moon which is Barry Keoghan.

Omg he’s come a long way since Ned’s Declassified. I kept thinking he looked so familiar. It was such a good film! Can’t wait to see him in more movies ☺️

I didnt even think about watching this movie but I definitely will now based off of your recommendation. Your reviews are so refreshing and truthful. You call things out when they need to be called out & you don't sugar coat, while still being respectful. Unlike you most youtube movie reviewers always seem to have a hidden agenda, almost as if they are being paid to convince people to see certain films. 5:25-5:40 Please remember these words Jeremy & never change!

I saw Austin Butler in The Dead Don’t Die and he had a small role as a greaser/hipster. When I saw his casting for this I knew he would do a phenomenal job.