Featuring āTreat Me Niceā from My Fellow Americans ā Available Now from SSM!
When you think of Elvis Presley on screen, the first image that often comes to mind is the King in a race car, burning up the Vegas strip alongside Ann-Margret. But while Viva Las Vegas is iconic, itās not the only jewel in Elvisā cinematic crown. With 31 feature films under his belt, Elvis brought his signature swagger, voice, and charm to a surprisingly diverse slate of movies.
Here at Sunset Special Markets (SSM), weāre not just about the hitsāweāre about rediscovering the moments that made history. So here are our Top 5 Elvis Presley Films, featuring a surprise at No. 1ā¦ and a special nod to a legendary song thatās found new life on an SSM soundtrack.
š„ 5. Blue Hawaii (1961)
This sun-soaked romantic comedy is classic early-ā60s Elvis: colorful, breezy, and packed with catchy tunes. Set against the lush backdrop of the Hawaiian islands, Elvis stars as Chad Gates, a soldier returning home and choosing island life over the family business.
Highlight Song: āCanāt Help Falling in Loveā ā enough said.
š„ 4. King Creole (1958)
Critics and fans alike consider this one of Elvisā strongest acting performances. Directed by Michael Curtiz (Casablanca), the film casts Elvis as a troubled teen with a voice and a violent past, navigating the underworld of New Orleans.
Why it matters: Itās gritty, itās jazzy, and it showed Elvis could hold his own as a serious actor.
š„ 3. G.I. Blues (1960)
Released after his real-life Army service, G.I. Blues gave fans the clean-cut, uniformed version of Elvis they had been waiting for. Itās playful, filled with lighthearted moments, and marked a turning point into his Hollywood-friendly musical comedy phase.
Fan Favorite: āWooden Heartā
š„ 2. Viva Las Vegas (1964)
Yes, itās on the listājust not at the top! This glittering, high-energy romp put Elvis and Ann-Margret in a musical match made in movie heaven. Their chemistry lit up the screen, and the soundtrack is pure gold.
Why it endures: Flashy fun, iconic music, and one of the most beloved pairings in Elvis film history.
š„ 1. Jailhouse Rock (1957)
Before the jumpsuits, the sideburns, and the sequins, there was this. A raw, rebellious film that gave us not only the unforgettable dance number of the same name but also showed Elvis at his most defiant and electric.
The Scene-Stealer: āTreat Me Nice,ā written by the legendary Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, was performed by Elvis in the film and became a defining moment of his early career.
š¶ And Nowā¦ Itās Back!
āTreat Me Niceā finds a new home on the My Fellow Americans: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, released by Sunset Special Markets (SSM). This modern placement connects generations of Elvis fans and collectors through a timeless sound that still rocks as hard today as it did in the ā50s.
šæ Experience It for Yourself
Whether youāre an Elvis film buff, a soundtrack collector, or just love great music from the golden era of rock ānā roll, āTreat Me Niceā and Elvisā film legacy are waiting to be rediscovered through SSM.
š My Fellow Americans: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Available now worldwide from Sunset Special Markets (SSM) ā featuring Elvis Presley, James Brown, Patti LaBelle, and more.
šø Sunset Special Markets ā Celebrating the Music, the Movies, and the Moments That Rocked the World.