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Highly Anticipated Cast Revealed for Beatles Biopics
The actors chosen for Sam Mendes’ forthcoming quartet of Beatles biopics have been announced, generating considerable excitement among enthusiasts. This major casting reveal confirms Harris Dickinson as John Lennon, Paul Mescal portraying Paul McCartney, Barry Keoghan embodying Ringo Starr, and Joseph Quinn taking on the role of George Harrison. The acclaimed director has confirmed his ambitious undertaking of four distinct films, each focusing on an individual Beatle, with a theatrical release scheduled for April 2028.
Fan Reactions to Casting Choices
The announcement is expected to rekindle Beatlemania; however, not all devotees of the Fab Four are completely satisfied. Some critical opinions have emerged on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) regarding the selected actors.
Social Media Buzz
News of the casting rapidly gained traction online after Pop Base shared a photograph of the actors entrusted with bringing the story of The Beatles to the big screen. The post, captioned “The Beatles biopics will star Harris Dickinson, Paul Mescal, Barry Keoghan and Joseph Quinn,” quickly amassed significant engagement, securing 2.1 million views, 75,000 likes, and nearly 1,000 comments within a 24-hour period.
- One fan commented with disappointment: “I’m crying, they look nothing like The Beatles.”
- Another expressed strong disapproval: “They don’t even resemble The Beatles at all, oh this is going to flop.”
Divergent Opinions on Actor Resemblance
Continuing expressions of doubt included comments such as, “not a single person here remotely resembles any Beatle” and “makeup better be fantastic because this is questionable.” Further reservations were voiced by a user who stated, “Four famous men who look nothing like The Beatles star in The Beatles films! Okay…”
Meet the Actors Playing The Beatles
Harris Dickinson as John Lennon
Harris Dickinson, a 28-year-old British actor, initiated his career in British television before achieving a breakthrough performance in the lead role of the drama film ‘Beach Rats’. He has since featured in prominent movies including ‘Where the Crawdads Sing’ (2022) and ‘Babygirl’ (2024).
Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney
Paul Mescal, aged 29, is an Irish actor who garnered widespread recognition for his role in the BBC mini-series ‘Normal People’. He is also slated to appear in the highly anticipated sequel ‘Gladiator II’ in 2024.
Barry Keoghan as Ringo Starr
Barry Keoghan, another Irish actor, aged 32, has established a strong presence in both television and film. His notable roles encompass Oliver Quick in the thriller ‘Saltburn’, available on Amazon Prime, and a part in the final season of Netflix’s ‘Top Boy’ in 2023. Keoghan has also attracted media attention for his relationship with American singer-songwriter Sabrina Carpenter.
Joseph Quinn as George Harrison
English actor Joseph Quinn, 31, is most recognized for his portrayal of Eddie Munson in the fourth season of Netflix’s popular series ‘Stranger Things’. Quinn joined Paul Mescal in the cast of ‘Gladiator II’, playing Emperor Geta. His other acting credits include the horror film ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’, and the BBC One series ‘Dickensian’ and ‘Les Misérables’.
The Enduring Legacy of The Beatles
The Beatles, the iconic rock band formed in Liverpool in 1960, remain celebrated for their timeless hits such as ‘Here Comes The Sun’, ‘Let It Be’, and ‘Hey Jude’. The band comprised co-lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist John Lennon, bass guitarist Paul McCartney who shared principal songwriting and lead vocal duties with Lennon, lead guitarist George Harrison, and drummer Ringo Starr. Collectively, they were affectionately known as the Fab Four.
Anticipation and Hope for the Biopics
In response to the casting announcement for The Beatles biopic, one X user commented: “I hope they do the band justice, The Beatles deserve a great biopic.” Another fan expressed enthusiasm: “The Fab Four just got a whole new level of talent. This cast is about to redefine legendary.”