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In a bold cinematic venture unlike any other, Sam Mendes has assembled an all-star cast of today’s most captivating young actors to bring the legendary story of THE BEATLES to life. This unprecedented project, officially titled THE BEATLES – A FOUR-FILM CINEMATIC EVENT, will feature Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney, Harris Dickinson as John Lennon, Barry Keoghan as Ringo Starr, and Joseph Quinn as George Harrison.
The announcement, made at CinemaCon 2025 in Las Vegas on Monday, confirms what many fans had been eagerly anticipating. The audience at Caesar’s Palace was treated to heartfelt video messages from the four stars, with Mendes himself presenting the ambitious project. “THE BEATLES changed my understanding of music,” the 59-year-old filmmaker revealed. “I’ve been trying to make a movie about them for years.”
What makes this project revolutionary is its unique structure – four intersecting films, each told from the perspective of one band member, creating what Mendes describes as the “first bingable theatrical experience.” This marks a historic moment as Apple Corps Ltd. and the band have granted the rights to their life stories and music for the big screen for the first time. The films are scheduled for release in April 2028, with production expected to span an entire year.
The casting has generated particular excitement as it brings together some of the most celebrated young talents in film today. Mescal, known for his work in NORMAL PEOPLE and GLADIATOR II, will embody McCartney, while Dickinson of BABYGIRL and TRIANGLE OF SADNESS fame takes on the role of Lennon. Keoghan, who captivated audiences in SALTBURN, will play Starr, and Quinn, soon to appear in THE FANTASTIC FOUR, completes the quartet as Harrison.
“I’m honored to be telling the story of the greatest rock band of all time, and excited to challenge the notion of what constitutes a trip to the movies,” Mendes stated when first announcing the project in February 2024. This innovative approach to biographical storytelling promises to redefine cinematic experiences, offering audiences a comprehensive and immersive journey through the lives and music of the iconic British rock band that transformed popular culture forever.
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Apr 2
🔥 Irish powerhouse Jessie Buckley is about to electrify screens as THE BRIDE!
The fierce Killarney native just revealed her role as Frankenstein`s reanimated lover will be "the punkest love that`s ever existed" - mark your calendars for March 2026 - this monster love story is going to burn the cinema down! 🖤⚡️
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Paul Mescal and Barry Keoghan are bringing Irish magic to THE BEATLES!
Our lads just scored legendary roles in Sam Mendes` groundbreaking four-film Beatles project.
From NORMAL PEOPLE to playing Paul McCartney, and SALTBURN to becoming Ringo Starr, these Irish treasures continue conquering Hollywood one iconic role at a time.
More at irishfilmtv.com.
Apr 1
Paul Mescal and Barry Keoghan are bringing Irish magic to THE BEATLES!
Our lads just scored legendary roles in Sam Mendes` groundbreaking four-film Beatles project.
From NORMAL PEOPLE to playing Paul McCartney, and SALTBURN to becoming Ringo Starr, these Irish treasures continue conquering Hollywood one iconic role at a time.
More at irishfilmtv.com.
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Featuring the incredible Fionnula Flanagan and Ireland`s own @pantibliss!
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Mar 31
📽️ Don`t miss FOUR MOTHERS in theatres Apr 4!
This hilarious new comedy from A DATE FOR MAD MARY filmmaker Darren Thornton follows Edward, a novelist juggling literary success with caring for FOUR demanding elderly mothers when his friends dash off to Pride!
Featuring the incredible Fionnula Flanagan and Ireland`s own @pantibliss!
More at irishfilmtv.com.
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More at irishfilmtv.com.
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Find out which film is Fassbender`s personal fave at irishfilmtv.com.
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Find out which film is Fassbender`s personal fave at irishfilmtv.com.