Margot Robbie will not be leading the gender-swapped remake of American Psycho, according to recent reports. Despite earlier rumors linking the Babylon actress to Luca Guadagnino’s adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis’s novel, reliable sources confirm that she is not involved in the project.
Clarifying the Casting Rumors
Last week, The Sun suggested that Robbie would headline the new American Psycho film. However, Deadline has since denied these claims, indicating that discussions about her casting never progressed. The project, produced by Lionsgate and directed by Guadagnino, has prompted much speculation about the cast, with actors such as Jacob Elordi and Austin Butler also rumored to be part of the production.
Creative Directions and Actor Proposals
Chloë Sevigny reportedly proposed to Director Guadagnino the idea of reprising her role as Jean from the 2000 American Psycho film, but the filmmaker was not persuaded to move forward with this suggestion. Sources say that this concept did not gain significant momentum during planning stages.
Margot Robbie’s Past Connection to American Psycho
Robbie’s name has been associated with the American Psycho character Patrick Bateman before. In 2016, she gained attention with a viral American Psycho-inspired beauty video for Vogue, inserting herself into the cultural conversation around the story without being part of the film adaptation.
Current Projects and What’s Ahead
At present, Margot Robbie is focused on her upcoming film, Wuthering Heights, which is set for release soon. She was recently spotted spending time with co-star Jacob Elordi, continuing her film career outside of the American Psycho remake rumors.
