BREAKING NEWS: Fans of The Beatles are electrified as Sony Pictures Entertainment just confirmed a groundbreaking four-part biopic set for release in April 2028. This marks a historic moment as the surviving members, Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr, alongside the families of John Lennon and George Harrison, have granted permission to use the band’s entire music catalog and life stories in a scripted format for the very first time.
The highly anticipated project, pitched by acclaimed director Sam Mendes, promises to tell the legendary band’s story from each member’s unique perspective. Mendes shared the excitement of the announcement with Deadline, revealing that the project was met with “universal enthusiasm” during its pitch in Los Angeles. He noted, “The reason Sony stood out was due to Tom (Rothman) and Elizabeth’s (Gabler) passion for the idea and commitment to propelling these films theatrically in an innovative and exciting way.”
Mendes will not only direct all four films but also co-produce them with Pippa Harris of Neal Street Productions. Their collaboration has received widespread acclaim, with Harris praising Mendes’ creative vision as “a testament to his brilliance and powers of persuasion.” Excitement surged on social media as Starr expressed his support, tweeting, “Have you heard the news? Oh boy. We all support the Sam Mendes movie project. Yes, indeed. Peace and love.”
At CinemaCon 2025, the lead actors portraying the iconic members of The Beatles were officially announced. Harris Dickinson will play John Lennon, Paul Mescal steps into the role of Paul McCartney, Joseph Quinn takes on George Harrison, and Barry Keoghan will portray Ringo Starr.
In a significant casting update released on Halloween, four talented actresses were confirmed to play the Beatles’ spouses. Saoirse Ronan will portray McCartney’s first wife, Linda, while Aimee Lou-Wood will take on Harrison’s first wife, Pattie Boyd. Anna Sawai will portray Lennon’s wife, Yoko Ono, and Mia McKenna-Bruce will play Starr’s first wife, Maureen Starkey. Mendes expressed his excitement, stating, “Maureen, Linda, Yoko, and Pattie are four fascinating figures, and I’m thrilled that we’ve managed to persuade such talented women to join this amazing adventure.”
Additionally, James Norton has been cast as the Beatles’ long-time manager, Brian Epstein. Mendes, known for his Oscar-nominated films like 1917 and Skyfall, is set to create a cinematic experience that could redefine biopics.
The Beatles biopic is rapidly becoming one of the most anticipated cinematic events of the decade, promising an unprecedented look into the lives and legacies of the world’s most famous band. Fans are eagerly awaiting more updates as production gears up, making this a must-watch for music lovers worldwide. Stay tuned for further details on this monumental project!
