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‘Elvis’ Cast Vs. The Real-Life People: See Austin Butler As Elvis Presley & More

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June 23, 2022 10:07AM EDT

Austin Butler and the rest of the ‘Elvis’ cast completely transform into Elvis Presley and those closest to him. See photos of the cast vs. the real-life people they’re playing in the biopic.

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‘Elvis’ Cast Vs. The Real-Life People

‘Elvis’ Cast Vs. The Real-Life People
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The Elvis Presley biopic, simply titled ‘Elvis,’ will be hitting theaters on June 24. The entire cast undergoes incredible transformations to play these larger-than-life people. Starting off with Austin Butler, there’s no denying that the actor has done a complete metamorphosis in order to play the King of Rock and Roll.

The cast also includes Tom Hanks as Colonel Tom Parker, Olivia DeJonge as Priscilla Presley, Luke Bracey as Jerry Schilling, Kelvin Harrison Jr. as B.B. King, Alton Mason as Little Richard, Dacre Montgomery as Steve Binder, and more. Director Baz Luhrmann the biopic.

The film focuses on the complicated relationship between Elvis and his manager, Colonel Tom Parker. ‘Elvis’ explores their dynamic over 20 years, from Elvis’ rise to fame to global superstardom. Along the way, Elvis will meet people who will become important people in his life, including wife Priscilla Presley. See photos of the cast side-by-side with the real-life people in our gallery now.

June 23, 2022, 9:17AM
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Austin Butler As Elvis Presley

Austin Butler As Elvis Presley
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Austin Butler stars as Elvis Presley in the biopic. Austin beat out actors like Harry Styles and Miles Teller for the role. The actor completely transforms into the King of Rock and Roll, voice and all. Austin even sings all of Elvis’ early music in the film. 

June 23, 2022, 8:55AM
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Olivia DeJonge As Priscilla Presley

Olivia DeJonge As Priscilla Presley
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Olivia DeJonge plays Priscilla Presley in ‘Elvis.’ Priscilla and Elvis married in 1967 and divorced in 1973. They had one child together, Lisa Marie Presley. Olivia is an Australian actress best known for her roles in ‘The Society’ and ‘The Staircase.’

June 23, 2022, 8:58AM
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Tom Hanks As Colonel Tom Parker

Tom Hanks As Colonel Tom Parker
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Tom Hanks plays Colonel Tom Parker in the film. Colonel Parker was Elvis’ manager and helped the singer become a global superstar. Tom underwent a major transformation to play Colonel Parker, complete with jaw-dropping prosthetics. 

June 23, 2022, 9:02AM
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Dacre Montgomery As Steve Binder

Dacre Montgomery As Steve Binder
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Dacre Montgomery plays Steve Binder, a well-known producer and director. Steve notably directed Elvis’ comeback special in 1968. Dacre is best known for playing Billy in the hit Netflix series ‘Stranger Things.’

June 23, 2022, 9:06AM
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Alton Mason As Little Richard

Alton Mason As Little Richard
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Alton Mason plays Little Richard in the Elvis Presley biopic. Little Richard and Elvis were both major stars in the early days of rock ‘n’ roll. Alton, who is also a model, makes his film debut in ‘Elvis.’ 

June 23, 2022, 9:10AM
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Luke Bracey As Jerry Schilling

Luke Bracey As Jerry Schilling
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Luke Bracey plays Jerry Schilling in the film. Jerry was known as a member of Elvis’ Memphis Mafia. Luke is known for his roles in the ‘Point Break’ remake and ‘Hacksaw Ridge.’

June 23, 2022, 9:13AM
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