David Morrissey, Leanne Best, and more join Sam Mendes' Beatles biopics cast

The cast for director Sam Mendes’ incredibly ambitious four-part film event about The Beatles just grew, adding several talented actors to play the iconic band members' close family and crucial team members starting with David Morrissey.

This massive cinematic project will tell the story of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr across four separate but interconnected films, aiming for a release in April 2028.

We are certainly excited to see how this ambitious plan comes together!

The newest additions focus on the people who shaped the "Fab Four" long before they became global superstars.

We are getting a deeper look into the family life and background that heavily influenced the musicians.

You will recognize David Morrissey from The Walking Dead; he will take on the role of Paul McCartney's father, Jim McCartney.

This casting suggests that Paul McCartney's early life and the musical encouragement he received from his family will be a significant part of his film’s storyline.

Actress Leanne Best from Line of Duty joins the cast as John Lennon's beloved but strict Aunt Mimi.

Aunt Mimi was the guardian who raised John Lennon and had a huge influence on his life, showing us that their challenging but formative relationship will be explored in depth.