The most famous band in the world, The Beatles, is enjoying a huge resurgence in the film world. They’re scheduled to produce and distribute a tetralogy of biopics starting April 22, 2028. The films will be featuring acclaimed actors depicting the iconic founding members of the legendary band. Harris Dickinson as John Lennon, Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney, Joseph Quinn as George Harrison, Barry Keoghan as Ringo Starr. The Beatles are about to take you on a magical new mystery tour! It marks the first time that their music and life rights have been given for scripted feature films.
As the Beatles brought an impressive film heritage, having directed most of the theatrical productions themselves while at the height of their creativity. Known for such seminal works as “A Hard Day’s Night” and “Help! These films gave them the chance to show off their outrageous musical talents, but equally, their unyielding charisma and charm as entertainers. The next two-part biopic should explore the band’s illustrious musical career and tumultuous personal life. Perspective on the band’s impact on music and culture through an expanded lens await fans—don’t miss it!
This news comes the heels of The Beatles’ victory lap at last night’s (2/8) 2025 Grammy Awards. They won for Best Rock Performance with their new favorite jam, “Now and Then.” This track includes a salvaged and digitally tuned demo by John Lennon from the 1970s. The song quickly gained popularity, pushing The Beatles’ longterm legacy into the stratosphere as the most influential and successful band in the history of popular music.
Music video by The Beatles performing Bug. Buy it on iTunes! This phenomenal music video stars the band with Fontaines D.C. and Barry Keoghan. Another music video, showcasing a collaboration with Phoebe Bridgers, features Paul Mescal, highlighting the ongoing relevance of The Beatles’ music in contemporary art and entertainment.
To be produced by Tony Award winner Sam Mendes, director of such box office hits as Skyfall, Away We Go and Road to Perdition. Mendes’s involvement promises a fresh perspective on The Beatles’ story, potentially appealing to both longtime fans and a new generation of viewers.
The Beatles in rare form at the Star-Club, Hamburg, Germany, 1962. This moment is just one of many transformative moments that the new series might depict. That lowly early gig at the fledgling Alternative Fest helped catapult the band into international fame, laying the groundwork for their monumental career.