Elvis Presley birth anniversary: Best movies of the King of Rock 'n' Roll

Elvis Presley is one of greatest and most significant cultural icons of 20th century. He held title of King of Rock and Roll. He started his career as a singer, and also ventured into acting. He had starred in over 30 films. January 8 marks birth anniversary of this music icon. Read on to kw more about films that featured Elvis Presley.

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Films by Elvis Presley

Viva Las Vegas

Viva Las Vegas is a 1964 musical film, directed by George Sidney. It featured Elvis Presley and Ann-Margret in lead roles. It is regarded by fans and film critics as one of Presley's best films. movie was a big hit at box-office, and it was one of top-grossing films of 1964. plot of film revolves around Lucky Jackson, played by Elvis, who goes to Las Vegas, Nevada to participate in city's first annual Grand Prix Race. However, his race car, an Elva Mk.6 Maserati, is in need of a new engine in order to compete in event, and how he mans to get necessary funds.

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King Creole

King Creole is a 1958 musical drama flick directed by Michael Curtiz. It features Elvis Presley, Carolyn Jones and Walter Matthau in lead roles. It is based on 1952 vel titled A Stone for Danny Fisher and is written by Harold Robbins. It has been reported that Elvis once said that out of all characters he has played, character of Danny Fisher was his favourite. film was released by Paramount Pictures, on July 2, 1958, and received both critical and commercial success. Elvis garnered a huge fan base in aftermath of this film.

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Jailhouse Rock

Jailhouse Rock is a 1957 musical drama flick directed by Richard Thorpe. It features Elvis Presley, Judy Tyler, and Mickey Shaughnessy in lead role. screenplay of film is written by Guy Trosper, and plot of film revolves around character of Elvis, who accidentally kills a co-worker and ends up in jail. It is one of his best movies and was adored by fans.

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