‘Beatles’ Biopics Cast Fab Four Spouses
The Beatles biopics officially cast Saoirse Ronan, Anna Sawai, Aimee Lou Wood, and Mia McKenna-Bruce as the wives of the Fab Four. These four actresses play Linda McCartney, Yoko Ono, Pattie Boyd, and Maureen Starkey, respectively.
About the Project
“The Beatles – A Four-Film Cinematic Event” is an ambitious series directed by Sam Mendes. Each of the four films will focus on one member of the Beatles: John Lennon (Harris Dickenson), Paul McCartney (Paul Mescal), George Harrison (Joseph Quinn), and Ringo Starr (Barry Keoghan). The story will follow their rise from Liverpool unknowns in the early 1960s to becoming the biggest band in the world, concluding with their breakup in 1970.
Cast Announcement
Although Variety confirmed the casting earlier, the deals were finalized this week, prompting Sony Pictures to make the official announcement.
“Maureen, Linda, Yoko and Pattie are four fascinating and unique figures in their own right — and I’m thrilled that we’ve managed to persuade four of the most talented women working in film today to join this amazing adventure,” said director Sam Mendes.
Historical Context
- Linda McCartney (née Eastman) met Paul McCartney in 1967 while working as a photographer.
- The four women each married a Beatle at the peak of the band’s 1960s fame and success.
- This project marks the first time the band and their descendants have granted music and life rights to a theatrical feature film about them.
This historic film series offers an intimate look at the Beatles through the eyes of their wives, highlighting their individual stories and impact.
Author’s Summary: Four acclaimed actresses portray the Beatles' wives in a groundbreaking four-film project that explores each band member’s journey and intimate lives during the 1960s and beyond.