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Austin Butler Reacts to Possibly Playing a Young Val Kilmer in 'Heat 2' (Exclusive)

Austin Butler has a response for anyone hoping he may play a young Val Kilmer in 'Heat 2.'

Also rumored for the project is Mann's Ferrari muse, Adam Driver, in the role of Neil McCauley, originally played by Robert De Niro. Austin Butler at 'The Bikeriders' premiere - Eric Charbonneau/Getty Images for Focus FeaturesButler, who earned an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of Elvis Presley in the homonymous Baz Luhrmann biopic, is currently the internet's favorite actor and has been fancast in films ranging from Disney's planned live-action Hercules to the upcoming Pirates of the Caribbean reboot. On the ladder front, he recently spoke with ET and said that while he was unaware of online whispers about his potential involvement in the Jerry Bruckheimer production, he would absolutely be down to join the franchise.

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