Patrick Schwarzenegger has been subtly dropping breadcrumbs, hinting at his readiness to embody one of cinema's most iconic murderer personas. With the impending remake of 'American Psycho' on the horizon, both fans and insiders alike are buzzing with speculation that the 'White Lotus' sensation might just be the perfect candidate to fill Christian Bale's shoes as the enigmatic Patrick Bateman. As the online chatter reached a crescendo, the 31-year-old actor chimed in on the burgeoning conjecture, baring his heart about his fascination with the cult classic.
"I’d love nothing more," he posted on X (formerly known as Twitter) in April, echoing a fan's suggestion that he tackle the role made legendary by Bale. Schwarzenegger further stoked the flames of potential casting when quizzed by 'The Hollywood Reporter' about whether 'American Psycho' topped his career aspirations. Rather than naming the film outright, he expressed a yearning to collaborate with director Luca Guadagnino, who inked his deal to helm the remake in October.
"What’s at the very pinnacle of my list is to work with someone like Luca," enthused the son of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver, underscoring his deep admiration for the acclaimed director. While the actor's comments have ignited a firestorm of conversation, insiders privy to the film's production whisper that the 'Grown Ups 2' actor is unmistakably on the 'American Psycho' team's radar. It's worth noting that before Schwarzenegger emerged as a leading contender, 'Elvis' heartthrob Austin Butler was briefly rumored to be the top pick for the coveted role.
