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Ringo Starr Signs Off on Revised Script After Two-Day Review With Sam Mendes

The Beatles drummer collaborated closely with the director to correct personal details ahead of filming his installment of Sony’s four-film biopic series.

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Overview

  • Starr and Mendes spent two days reviewing the script line by line to ensure an accurate portrayal of his life and first marriage.
  • After identifying misrepresentations of his relationship with Maureen Starkey Tigrett, Starr provided extensive notes that writers incorporated into the updated draft.
  • Starr expressed satisfaction with the revised screenplay and formally approved it for production.
  • Barry Keoghan, cast as Starr, has met the musician in London and continues to study his mannerisms for an authentic performance.
  • Sony’s authorized four-film Beatles event, directed by Sam Mendes and featuring full music and life rights, remains on schedule for April 2028 release.