Eight Actors Join Beatles Movie Cast
Sam Mendes has expanded the cast for his upcoming project, “The Beatles — A Four-Film Cinematic Event,” confirmed SONY this Thursday. Eight notable actors join the film, each taking on significant roles related to the iconic band.
New Additions to the Beatles Film Cast
- David Morrissey: Portraying Jim McCartney, the father of Paul McCartney.
- Leanne Best: Cast as Aunt Mimi, John Lennon’s relative.
- James Norton: Playing Brian Epstein, the band’s manager.
- Harry Lloyd: Taking on the role of music producer George Martin.
- Bobby Schofield: Cast as Neil Aspinall, the band’s road manager.
- Daniel Hoffman-Gill: Portraying Mal Evans, the band’s roadie.
- Arthur Darvill: Playing Derek Taylor, a press officer and friend of the band.
- Adam Pally: In the role of Allen Klein, a controversial music manager.
Main Cast of The Beatles Films
The leading roles in the film series include:
- Paul Mescal: Portraying Paul McCartney.
- Barry Keoghan: Playing Ringo Starr.
- Joseph Quinn: As George Harrison.
- Harris Dickinson: In the role of John Lennon.
Additional characters are represented by:
- Mia McKenna-Bruce: Maureen Starkey.
- Saoirse Ronan: Linda McCartney.
- Yoko Ono: Played by Anna Sawai.
- Pattie Boyd: Portrayed by Aimee Lou Wood.
Production Details and Release Information
The films will detail the personal and musical journeys of individual band members. This is the first time The Beatles and Apple Corps Ltd. have permitted their life stories and music to be featured in scripted films. Each installment is set for release with full theatrical windows in April 2028.
Produced by Mendes through Neal Street Productions in a collaboration with SONY Pictures and Apple Corps, the films will feature scripts by Jez Butterworth, Peter Straughan, and Jack Thorne.
Mendes, known for his directorial accomplishments, aims to provide an intimate look into the lives of these musical legends, ensuring their stories resonate with audiences worldwide.
