Ringo Starr Suggests Barry Keoghan May Portray Him in Sam Mendes' Beatles Biopics
The upcoming four-part film series will explore the Beatles' story through the perspective of each band member, with casting rumors still unconfirmed.
- Ringo Starr commented on speculation that Barry Keoghan will play him in Sam Mendes' upcoming Beatles biopics, saying he thinks it's 'great' but noted no official casting has been confirmed.
- The biopics, directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker Sam Mendes, will consist of four separate movies, each focusing on one Beatle's perspective, with interconnected narratives.
- Full music and life story rights for the films have been granted by Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, and the families of John Lennon and George Harrison for the first time in a scripted project.
- Other rumored cast members include Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney, Harris Dickinson as John Lennon, and Joseph Quinn or Charlie Rowe as George Harrison, though no deals have been finalized.
- The films are set for theatrical release in 2027, with production expected to begin in 2025, promising a unique and ambitious approach to the Beatles' legacy.