These films are the first scripted films to which Apple Corps Ltd. and The Beatles, as well as the band’s families, have granted full music and life story rights.
Sam Mendes has confirmed that he will work on his four individual films The Beatles until “mid-2028”.
On a recent episode of Variety’s Stagecraft podcast, Mendes briefly mentioned how the Fab Four movies were his next big film project, saying: “I have this huge Beatles project that I’ll be working on for the next few years.. So this is the last time you will see me until mid-2028.”
Mendes, whose previous work includes 1917 and the movies James Bond Specter and skyfallwill direct all four films. Each of them will intersect, but will be told from the perspective of a different member of the band.
These films are the first scripted films to which Apple Corps Ltd. and The Beatles, as well as the band’s families, have granted full music and life story rights. It is currently scheduled for release in 2027, although it is unclear what that release strategy will be. When the films were announced, a statement was shared saying, “The cadence of the films’ quotes, details of which will be shared closer to the release, will be innovative and revolutionary.”
Who will play the Beatles in Sam Mendes’ films?
Rumor has it that the main cast has already been found, although details have not yet been officially announced.
The Hollywood Reporter shared an article earlier this year that included speculation that Paul Mescal could be in the running to play Paul McCartney. According to The InSneider, John Lennon will be interpreted by Harris Dickinson (Triangle Of Sadness), Ringo Starr by Barry Keoghan (Saltburn) and George Harrison by Charlie Rowe (Slow Horses).
Production List information indicates that the first film will begin filming in London in July 2025.
Source: Ambito
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