MOVIE NEWS – HBO Max subscribers don’t have to wait long to stream Elvis at home.

Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis will soon be streaming on HBO Max. After a successful theatrical run, the film will debut on HBO Max on September 2, 2022. That way, those who didn’t see the long film in theaters can watch it at home, while those who liked it on the big screen can watch it again.

Luhrmann directed the film based on a screenplay he co-wrote with Sam Bromell, Craig Pearce and Jeremy Doner. The film stars Austin Butler as Elvis Presley, while Tom Hanks plays the late rocker’s manager, Colonel Tom Parker. The cast also includes Helen Thomson, Richard Roxburgh, Olivia DeJonge, Luke Bracey, Natasha Bassett, David Wenham, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Xavier Samuel and Kodi Smit-McPhee.

Chronicles the rise of Elvis Presley from Parker’s perspective. You can watch the official trailer and synopsis below.

The film presents the life and music of Elvis Presley (Butler) through the prism of his complicated relationship with his mysterious manager, Colonel Tom Parker (Hanks). The story explores the complex dynamic between Presley and Parker, spanning more than 20 years, from Presley’s rise to fame to unprecedented stardom against the backdrop of a changing cultural landscape and the loss of American innocence. At the center of this journey is one of the most significant and influential people in Elvis’ life, Priscilla Presley (Olivia DeJonge).

Elvis was a big hit in the cinemas

The film was a great success in cinemas, and ultimately surpassed the expectations set upon its release. Worldwide, Elvis has grossed over $272 million at the box office, making it Baz Luhrmann’s highest-grossing film of all time. It is also the second-highest-grossing music biopic of all time, behind only the hit film Bohemian Rhapsody.

According to critics, the film was not completely flawless, although critics seem to all praise Austin Butler’s performance as Elvis Presley. According to their unanimous opinion, the film is worth watching, as Butler’s portrayal of the famous singer already promises many Oscars.

Elvis will air on HBO Max on September 2, 2022. You can read our review here.