In terms of probably the greatest psychological thrillers of all time, I’m certain one of many first you consider is American Psycho – and now, there’s reportedly a brand new adaptation of the novel popping out.
Whereas the unique movie, launched in 2000, is a traditional—and directed by game-changing feminine director Mary Harron—it was solely a matter of time earlier than American Psycho obtained one other adaptation because the guide is massively well-liked.
However, who can be reportedly directing this new movie? And who’s going to star? And is it even actually taking place? That is what we all know up to now concerning the reported new American Psycho adaptation.
What Is The American Psycho Launch Date?
On the time of scripting this, January 2025, American Psycho has no set launch date, which isn’t that stunning.
Proper now, there isn’t a lot data by way of solid and even when manufacturing may begin.
It’s actually not going to be on any 2025 film schedule, however possibly that’s a blessing in disguise with what number of large movies are popping out this yr. Some main motion pictures are releasing – from the upcoming Thunderbolts* to the long-awaited The Incredible 4: First Steps to the second half of Depraved, titled Depraved: For Good. Maybe it’ll be higher for the movie to be launched sooner or later within the subsequent few years.
The Reported American Psycho Solid
In accordance with Selection, Austin Butler was the one solid member reported to be related to the brand new American Psycho movie in December 2024. The actor is poised to play Patrick Bateman, the primary character.
For those who recall, within the unique, Bateman was performed by Christian Bale – and plenty of take into account his half within the movie to be one in every of Bale’s greatest motion pictures ever since, as a result of he performed it so properly. It feels virtually unimaginable to think about anybody else however the former Batman taking part in Bateman, however actually, I don’t thoughts the thought of Butler within the position.
If there needed to be a special actor to play this position, Butler can be on my checklist. There have been rumors for a time that Euphoria solid member Jacob Elordi would play Bateman (additionally one other nice casting alternative if that have been the case), however I’m very content material with Butler.
The actor has taken on many transformative roles all through his profession so far—one in every of his most well-known was portraying Elvis in Elvis, a task that earned him an Academy Award nomination. Except for that, he has appeared in varied motion pictures reminiscent of Dune: Half Two, The Bikeriders, As soon as Upon a Time in Hollywood, and extra, in addition to big-time TV reveals like Masters of the Air.
If it needed to be anybody, I’m glad it would (reportedly) be him.
What Is American Psycho About?
So I’m certain that in case you’ve gotten this far within the article, you no less than know what American Psycho is about – however possibly you don’t, and also you’re simply an Austin Butler fan eager to study extra about his subsequent venture. If that’s the case, let me let you know what this outstanding movie could possibly be.
The film is predicated on the novel of the identical title by Bret Easton Ellis, which was launched in 1991. The brand new movie isn’t meant to be a remake of the 2000 characteristic, however as a brand new adaptation, in line with Deadline.
The guide follows the lifetime of Patrick Bateman, a Wall Avenue funding banker by day and a serial killer by evening, and spoke out about yuppie tradition and consumerism in New York on the time – and, actually, it is one thing that may even join with individuals these days for my part. The guide was an enormous hit again when it got here out, however confronted a variety of controversy for its graphic violence and every thing else concerned with it, although it’s nonetheless thought of a modern-day traditional these days.
The unique movie actually had components of horror, however you have been actually there extra for the good performing and the psychological facets—which messed with my pals’ heads after they first watched American Psycho. It’s an ideal guide to adapt into a movie.
Reportedly, Luca Guadagnino Will Direct And Scott Z. Burns Wrote The Script
In accordance with the Deadline article above, Luca Guadagnino will reportedly direct the brand new adaptation of American Psycho, and Scott Z. Burns reportedly will pen the script.
Lionsgate, the manufacturing firm behind the variation, stated that they have been on the lookout for somebody to offer the story a “recent take,” and this was the director to do it:
We’re thrilled so as to add one other elite filmmaker to our upcoming slate. Luca is a superb artist and the right visionary to create an entire new interpretation of this potent and traditional IP.
Guadagnino has had fairly the run over the past a number of years, with a giant hit in Challengers, in addition to a number of different well-received movies like Queer, Name Me By Your Title, Bones and All and extra. To have him tackle one thing like American Psycho is improbable.
Scott Z. Burns has written for motion pictures reminiscent of The Bourne Ultimatum, The Informant!, Contagion, The Laundromat, Final Days, and extra.
Bret Easton Ellis Says The Remake Is “Faux Information”
That is the place issues get messy. Whereas it’s nice that now we have all this information, the writer of American Psycho, Bret Easton Ellis, has overtly stated that he believes this remake to be “pretend” and that it’s all only for a response from the general public. He overtly spoke about it on his private podcast (by way of World of Reel):
I’ve a sense it’s pretend information. I heard someplace, from somebody, that there aren’t any contracts. Austin Butler hasn’t signed something to play Patrick Bateman. Luca doesn’t have a deal. Scott Burns, who is meant to write down the screenplay, doesn’t have a deal both. From varied sources that I’ve, that is simply pretend information that was put on the market to see how an viewers goes to react.
He continued to say that if there’s a film being made, he’s “not concerned” in it in any respect:
If it does exist, I’m not concerned, I’ve nothing to do with this, I would get some cash in the event that they do that, however I’m not concerned creatively on any stage, and that’s all I do know.
Whereas the casting report and the film announcement are from respected sources, the writer himself says that he doesn’t imagine it can occur…therefore the reported side of all the main points now we have so far. So, presently, we actually don’t know. Every thing is up within the air, and we’re simply ready for an additional announcement.
What are you wanting ahead to with American Psycho? I feel it’s time for a rewatch.