Priscilla (2023): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending
Priscilla is a 2023 biographical drama directed by Sofia Coppola, starring Cailee Spaeny as Priscilla, Jacob Elordi and Tim Post. It is based on Elvis and Me by Priscilla Beaulieu Presley and Sandra Harmon. It runs 1 hour 53 minutes and earned $33.1 million worldwide on a $20 million budget. It earned 3 award nominations, including Best Hair and Makeup at the Critics' Choice 2024. Critics gave it 84% on Rotten Tomatoes and 79 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 53m (113 min)
- Director
- Sofia Coppola
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- American Zoetrope
- Budget
- $20M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Priscilla About?
The premise of Priscilla without spoilers, adapted from Elvis and Me by Priscilla Beaulieu Presley and Sandra Harmon. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
The story follows Priscilla Beaulieu, a young woman who develops a unique bond with Elvis Presley. As a teenage sensation, she finds a kindred spirit in the iconic musician. Their relationship evolves into a private connection, marked by a whirlwind romance, shared solitude, and a mentorship that subtly shapes Elvis's public image and leaves a lasting impact on Priscilla’s life.
Priscilla Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- based on memoir
- career
- 1960s
- 20th century
- female protagonist
- adult man and underage teen girl romance
- elvis presley character
- lisa marie presley character
- rock and roll
- priscilla presley character
- husband wife relationship
- based on true story
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- title directed by female
- love
- couple
- song
- year 1967
- songwriter
- adult man underage teen girl sexual relations
- child predator
- male pedophile
- power imbalance
- child grooming
- toxic male abuse
- docudrama drama
- domestic drama
- period drama
- coming of age drama
- showbiz drama
- rock music
- rock singer
- king of rock and roll
- dark romance
- period romance
- 1950s
- 1970s
- older man young girl love
- 14 year old
- teenage girl
- first kiss
- man teenage girl relationship
- kiss
- character name as title
- marriage
- little girl
- 17 year old girl
- year 1959
- father daughter relationship
- mother daughter relationship
- entourage
Priscilla Cast & Characters
Cailee Spaeny leads the cast as Priscilla, with Jacob Elordi as Elvis and Tim Post as Vernon Presley. Directed by Sofia Coppola; 20 actors are credited in all.
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Director Sofia Coppola
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Jacob Elordi as Elvis - Tim Post as Vernon Presley
- Ari Cohen as Captain Beaulieu
Also Starring in Priscilla
· 16 more- Dagmara Dominczyk Ann Beaulieu
- Lynne Griffin Grandma 'Dodger'
- Evan Annisette Mike Stone
- Dan Beirne Joe
- Rodrigo Fernandez-Stoll Alan 'Hog Ears'
- Stephanie Moore Dee
- Jorja Cadence Patsy
- Deanna Jarvis Carol West
- Luke Humphrey Terry West
- Dan Abramovici Jerry
- R Austin Ball Larry
- Stephanie Moran Girl at Party
- Josette Halpert Becky
- Matthew Shaw Charlie
- Tim Dowler-Coltman Red
- Olivia Barrett Alberta
More from Sofia Coppola
More films directed by Sofia Coppola, best-rated first: Lost in Translation, The Beguiled, On the Rocks and The Virgin Suicides.
Priscilla Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Priscilla 84% on Rotten Tomatoes and 79 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10. Our Echo Score gives it 67/100, strongest in art & craft (82) and weakest in rewatch factor (40).
Priscilla Echo Score Breakdown
Mixed sentiment: lavish aesthetic direction and performances, but story coherence and pacing hamper engagement. Critics highlight Coppola’s signature textures and subtle direction, while users note slow pacing and shallow character development. The cinematography, texture-driven narrative and standout performances by Cailee Spaeny and Jacob Elordi are often praised, balancing critique of underdeveloped plot threads and limited emotional depth. Ultimately, Priscilla offers a visually engaging experience that resonates unevenly across narrative and character dimensions.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 82
In terms of art & craft, Priscilla excels in its controlled visual aesthetic and composition. Critics and users praise Sofia Coppola’s measured direction, refined color palettes and meticulous production design. Cinematography often receives acclaim for its autumnal shades and textured imagery, though a few viewers found the lighting overly dim. Overall, the film’s distinctive visual style stands out as its strongest craft element.
- Character & Emotion 75
When it comes to character & emotion, Priscilla features strong lead performances but uneven depth. Reviewers consistently commend Cailee Spaeny’s nuanced portrayal and Jacob Elordi’s balanced interpretation, which anchor the emotional core. However, several comments note limited character development and occasional superficiality in secondary roles. In sum, the film’s emotional resonance is driven by its leads despite uneven depth elsewhere.
- Story & Flow 55
In terms of story & flow, the narrative’s atmospheric focus yields mixed engagement. Critics note the film’s measured pacing and reliance on visual textures over plot progression, while many users cite slow early pacing and abrupt timeline transitions. Plot threads and key biographical events occasionally feel underdeveloped, reducing overall momentum. Consequently, the story presents an uneven blend of mood and coherence.
- Sensory Experience 78
When it comes to sensory experience, Priscilla delivers a distinct visual and audio atmosphere. Critics applaud the lush sound design, subtle score and harmonized soundtrack choices, while the visual style is noted for its textural richness and cohesive color schemes. A few critics mention overly subdued lighting, but overall the audiovisual cohesion enhances the film’s immersive quality.
- Rewatch Factor 40
In terms of rewatch factor, Priscilla’s atmospheric strengths yield modest replay appeal. The film’s visual textures and lead performances invite appreciation on a second viewing, yet the uneven pacing and limited narrative depth diminish repeat engagement. As a result, the movie offers selective lasting appeal for those drawn to its stylistic nuances.
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IMDb 6.5 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 84% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 64%
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Metacritic 79 Metascore
User score 6.6
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TMDB 67% User score
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Letterboxd 3.5 /5
1342600 ratings
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Priscilla Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Priscilla from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the blazing summer of 1959, 14-year-old Priscilla Beaulieu (Cailee Spaeny) finds herself captivated by a dazzling romance with the legendary Elvis Presley (Jacob Elordi). While enjoying milkshakes at a local diner adjacent to her father Captain Beaulieu (Ari Cohen)‘s military base in Germany, a charming young man invites her to a party where none other than Elvis will be present. After securing her parents’ consent, she and her family arrive at the party, where the young man approaches them directly.
Full summary
The whole story of Priscilla, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Priscilla Box Office & Budget
Priscilla grossed $33.1 million worldwide on a $20 million budget, 1.7 times what it cost. $21 million came from the US and Canada and $12.2 million (37%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$33.1M
1.7× its budget
- US & Canada
- $21M
- International
- $12.2M
- Budget
- $20M
Priscilla Awards & Nominations
Priscilla earned 3 award nominations, including Best Hair and Makeup at the Critics' Choice 2024. The 3 nominations come from 3 ceremonies.
3 nominations3 ceremonies
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Critics' Choice 2024 1 nomination- Nominated Best Hair and Makeup
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Artios Awards 2024 1 nomination- Nominated Feature Studio or Independent – Drama
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Golden Globes 2024 1 nomination- Nominated Best Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama (Actress) – Cailee Spaeny
Priscilla Trailers & Videos
28 videos: 3 trailers, 5 teasers, 9 clips, 10 featurettes and 1 behind-the-scenes video.
- Trailer Official International Trailer
- Trailer Official International Trailer #2
- Teaser Official Teaser
- Teaser Official International Teaser
How Well Do You Know Priscilla?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Where did Priscilla first meet Elvis?
Cars in Priscilla
26 cars on screen, including the 1961 Cadillac Coupe DeVille and the 1952 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special.
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1961 Cadillac Coupe DeVille Important role -
1952 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special Important role -
1957 Cadillac Fleetwood 75 Minor role -
1963 Chevrolet Corvair Minor role
Priscilla Also Known As
15 alternative titles, including “Prishila” and “Pristsila. Elvis və mən”.
- Also known as
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- Prishila
- Pristsila. Elvis və mən
- 普瑞希拉
- 普瑞希拉·普雷斯利
- プリシラ
- Присцилла: Элвис және мен
- Присцилла: Элвис и я
- Присила
- 貓王與我
- Прісцилла
- 프리실라
- Priscila
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- פריסילה, პრისცილა
- Prissilla: Elvis və mən
- พริสซิลลา
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Priscilla FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and awards of Priscilla, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Priscilla?
Priscilla runs 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).
When was Priscilla released?
Priscilla was released on October 27, 2023.
Who directed Priscilla?
Priscilla was directed by Sofia Coppola.
More films by Sofia Coppola Who is in the cast of Priscilla?
Priscilla stars Cailee Spaeny as Priscilla, Jacob Elordi as Elvis and Tim Post as Vernon Presley, among 20 credited actors.
How much did Priscilla make at the box office?
Priscilla grossed $33.1 million worldwide ($21 million domestic, $12.2 million international) on a budget of $20 million.
How is Priscilla rated?
Priscilla has 6.5/10 on IMDb, 84% on Rotten Tomatoes, 79 on Metacritic and 67% on TMDB.
Is Priscilla based on a book?
Yes. Priscilla is adapted from Elvis and Me by Priscilla Beaulieu Presley and Sandra Harmon.
Was Priscilla nominated for any awards?
Priscilla received 3 nominations across 3 ceremonies.
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