Austin Butler Tackles Infamous Cyclist Lance Armstrong

Austin Butler is attached to portray disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong in a new biopic directed by Edward Berger. The film's script, written by Zach Baylin, has ignited a heated bidding war among major Hollywood studios. This project represents a significant moment as it is the first time Armstrong has granted approval for his life story to be depicted.

The narrative aims to capture the full spectrum of Armstrong's extraordinary journey, from surviving cancer to his record seven Tour de France wins, and the eventual fallout from his doping scandal. Insiders suggest the film will be a blend of intense drama and biographical storytelling, akin to "F1" and "The Wolf of Wall Street."

Scott Stuber is producing the film, having worked for some time to secure Armstrong's life rights. While Armstrong will be involved in the development, he will not hold a producing credit. The production team has emphasized a commitment to telling the complete story, with Baylin reportedly speaking candidly with Armstrong and individuals from his life.

This collaboration also reunites Butler and Berger, who previously worked together on the 20th Century project "The Barrier." Butler's casting follows his Oscar-nominated performance as Elvis Presley, further highlighting his ability to embody complex public figures. The project is expected to be a major cinematic event.