Mia McKenna-Bruce Saoirse Ronan Anna Sawai and Aimee Lou Wood Join Cast of The Beatles Four-Film Cinematic Event
The highly anticipated cast of Sam Mendes’ upcoming project, “The Beatles: A Four-Film Cinematic Event,” has officially been announced. Major additions include Mia McKenna-Bruce, Saoirse Ronan, Anna Sawai, and Aimee Lou Wood, each bringing their talent to portray iconic figures from the lives of the legendary band members.
Cast Announcements
- Mia McKenna-Bruce as Maureen Starkey, Ringo Starr’s first wife.
- Saoirse Ronan as Linda McCartney, Paul McCartney’s first wife.
- Anna Sawai as Yoko Ono, John Lennon’s wife.
- Aimee Lou Wood as Pattie Boyd, George Harrison’s first wife.
Background on Key Characters
Maureen Starkey married Ringo Starr in 1965, after meeting him in 1962 at the Cavern Club. The couple had three children together.}
Linda Eastman met Paul McCartney in 1967 and quickly formed a strong bond, leading to their eventual marriage. They collaborated musically after the Beatles disbanded.
Yoko Ono and John Lennon first connected at a London art exhibition, where they began a lifelong partnership, both personally and artistically.
Pattie Boyd, who met George Harrison on the set of “A Hard Day’s Night,” was similarly involved in the counterculture movement, sharing Harrison’s fascination with Eastern philosophies.
Creative Team and Production Details
The project will feature Paul Mescal as McCartney, Barry Keoghan as Starr, Joseph Quinn as Harrison, and Harris Dickinson as Lennon. Each film focuses on a different member of the band, weaving the powerful narratives of their lives together.
Directing the series, Mendes collaborates with writers Jez Butterworth, Peter Straughan, and Jack Thorne. The films will be produced in conjunction with Sony Pictures Entertainment and Apple Corps, premiering in theaters in April 2028.
Significance of the Project
For the first time, The Beatles and Apple Corps Ltd. have authorized the use of the members’ personal stories in scripted feature films. This landmark collaboration promises to delve into the profound personal lives of these music legends.
Notable Achievements of the Cast
- Mia McKenna-Bruce won the Un Certain Regard Award at Cannes for “How to Have Sex” (2023).
- Saoirse Ronan is a two-time Academy Award nominee with critical acclaim for films like “Little Women” and “Lady Bird.”
- Anna Sawai received an Emmy and Golden Globe nomination for her work in FX’s “Shōgun.”
- Aimee Lou Wood was recognized with an Emmy nomination for her role in “The White Lotus.”
This ensemble of talented actresses, along with an accomplished creative team, indicates that “The Beatles: A Four-Film Cinematic Event” will be a significant cinematic endeavor, capturing the essence of one of music history’s most iconic bands.
