Austin Butler and Baz Luhrmann reunited on February 18 at the premiere of EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert, held at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, California. This Austin Butler Elvis reunion drew attention as Butler is recognized for his portrayal of Elvis Presley in the 2022 film directed by Luhrmann.
Premiere Event and Attending Celebrities
The event featured a variety of notable guests including John Stamos, Bob Odenkirk, Dree Hemingway, sisters Scout and Tallulah Willis, Dita Von Teese, Linda Thompson, Jane Seymour, Nicholas Alexander Chavez, Trisha Paytas, and Loni Love. Austin Butler appeared in Saint Laurent attire, adding to the evening’s stylish presentation.
About EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert
The film offers an immersive portrayal of Elvis Presley’s life and music, blending new cinematic techniques with rare archival footage. As noted,
“Elvis sings and tells his story like never before in a new cinematic experience from visionary filmmaker Baz Luhrmann,”
per NEON. This includes previously unseen material from Elvis’ 1970s performances in Las Vegas, providing fans a fresh perspective on the King of Rock and Roll.
EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert is scheduled for theatrical release on February 27, continuing the collaboration between Austin Butler and Baz Luhrmann that began with their earlier Elvis project.
