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Luhrmann's movie will focus on Elvis' relationship with his manager, Col. Tom Parker, who will reportedly be played by Tom Hanks.

Previously, one-time \"American Idol\" star and recent Queen collaborator Adam Lambert told an interviewer in Australia that he'd like to be considered for the role.

He told ABC Radio that so far, no one has reached out to him.

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