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The new American Psycho remake has officially found its new Patrick Bateman and the “sigma” memes of the past few years are about to get a fresh surge of inspiration as a new generation of American Psycho fans is on the horizon. A new iteration of Bret Easton Ellis’ controversial novel American Psycho is set to hit screens, with Austin Butler stepping into the shoes of the infamous Wall Street professional by day and serial killer by night.
The character — made iconic by Christian Bale in the 2000 film adaptation, which has since gotten a cult classic status and a fanbase that expands by the passing hour — is expected to touch new heights of relevance, as Luca Guadagnino, known for acclaimed films like Call Me By Your Name, Bones and All, and Challengers, will be directing this project. As per Variety, The Bourne Ultimatum screenwriter Scott Burns will adapt Ellis’ controversial 1991 novel.
Earlier rumors suggested Guadagnino had been in discussions with Gen Z star Jacob Elordi to take on the role of Bateman, leaving fans speculating about the final casting choice. This stirred up the inevitable question—can anyone genuinely top Christian Bale’s chilling portrayal of the character in the 2000 adaptation? And more importantly, will this new version live up to the legacy of the original, which remains a cornerstone of satirical cinema?
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