A film based on the King of Rock and Roll Elvis Presley hits cinemas in the UK today. The film follows in the footsteps of successful music biopics Rocketman and Bohemian Rhapsody.
The film has a runtime of over two hours and follows the singer from his early years growing up in Mississippi to how he reached stardom across Memphis, Tennessee and onto the stages of Las Vegas. It will also reflect on Elvis’ complex relationship with manager Colonel Tom Parker.
The highly anticipated film is available in UK cinemas from today (June 24) and has received positive critic reviews with a glowing response to its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, during which the film received a 12-minute standing ovation. Here’s everything you need to know about the cast.
