Baz Luhrmann's new film, "EPiC: Elvis Presley In Concert," promises to bring the true side of the legend back to life, through rare, never-before-seen footage and a cinematic experience that will reveal the man behind the Rock 'n' Roll legend. The project will be released exclusively in IMAX theaters in February 2026, reviving the passion, voice and stage power of Elvis Presley
The first trailer for Elvis Presley’s highly anticipated “EPiC: Elvis Presley In Concert” has just been released and is already generating excitement among fans of the legendary artist. The film, directed by award-winning “Elvis” director Baz Luhrmann, is not just a documentary or concert film. It is an entirely new cinematic experience that combines technology, archival footage and storytelling to capture the man who changed the music scene forever.
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The trailer shows the artist before he takes the Las Vegas stage: he twirls his ring, taps his foot rhythmically and prepares for that moment when the audience adores him. The narrative tells how, in 1969, Elvis Presley triumphantly returned to the spotlight with his legendary Las Vegas residency — a turning point that redefined his career. Backstage images alternate with impressive scenes from the live shows, while a phrase is projected on the screen: “For 40 years there were rumors of lost material. Now, it has been found.”
This material forms the basis of “EPiC,” which brings to light rare footage from the Graceland personal archive and the 1972 concert season, with 16mm and 8mm footage from “Elvis On Tour.” Presley himself is heard saying that much has been said about him, but never from his own perspective. With a voice full of emotion, he narrates moments from his life, while the audience watches footage that has never seen the light of day.
The film will have its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, followed by special screenings at Graceland — Elvis’ historic home in Memphis. There, fans will have a special experience, with the first screenings scheduled for January 8, which would have coincided with the singer’s 91st birthday. The film will be released in theaters on February 27, 2026.
Baz Luhrmann, known for his unique way of marrying music with cinematic storytelling, revealed that the idea for “EPiC” was born during the preparation of “Elvis” in 2022. At that time, while researching the Warner Bros. archive, he discovered 68 boxes of film that had been lost for decades, stored in salt mines in Kansas. Among them were footage from Presley’s tours, backstage moments, unreleased interviews and a rare 45-minute recording of himself talking about his life and career.
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The production team undertook to restore the film, which had no sound. Using modern techniques and the help of advanced digital tools, the images were synchronized with original audio clips, creating a completely realistic experience. The restoration took almost two years, with Luhrmann explaining that he didn't just want to show the singer on stage, but to present the man behind the lights, the costumes and the glory.
“EPiC” aims to bring something truly new to the Elvis Presley mythology — a combination of archival footage, technology and emotion, transforming the viewer into a witness to his creative journey. The director explains that the film is not just a biography, but a contemporary artistic depiction of the legend itself.
The most impressive element of the production is that the film recreates the artist's stage presence with absolute authenticity. Viewers will have the feeling of being on stage with him, witnessing up close the intensity, energy and emotion of his live performances.
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The project also serves as a natural sequel to the 2022 film “Elvis,” which earned eight Oscar nominations. That film established Austin Butler as one of the most recognizable actors of his generation and brought the legend of Presley back to a new audience. “EPiC” continues that line, aiming to showcase the singer’s most human and vulnerable side.
Elvis Presley, who remains one of the most iconic figures in music history, is presented here through a more personal lens. The film reveals the man behind the stage persona — an artist struggling to balance his career with his need for freedom.
Throughout the trailer, viewers are treated to footage from Presley's legendary 1957 Hawaii Golden Globes performance, behind-the-scenes footage of "That's The Way It Is," and previously unseen footage from rehearsals and concerts. All of this creates a visual chronicle of the artist's life, and a reminder of how his music has continued to influence generations.
“EPiC” is an ode to the power of art and the truth of an artist who continues to inspire millions of people around the world. Luhrmann himself has stated that this work is the most emotional he has created, as he aspires to give a voice to Elvis through his own narrative.
The film will be released in February exclusively in IMAX theaters, aiming to offer an experience worthy of its stage energy. Elvis PresleyFor the first time, viewers will see and hear his story from his own perspective, through images that had been lost for decades.
With more than six decades of musical legacy, “EPiC” comes to bring the legend of Elvis back to the big screen — not as a myth, but as a man who lived for his music and his audience.
