Big news for Beatles fans – the four Beatles biopics that are coming to our cinemas in 2028 have commenced filming in Liverpool today (February 23).
In every biopic, each film focuses on a different member of the Beatles, telling the band’s legendary story from their individual perspectives.
In the films, Paul Mescal is playing Paul McCartney, Harris Dickinson plays John Lennon, Joseph Quinn plays George Harrison, and Barry Keoghan plays Ringo Starr.
Mendes said: “We’re not just making one film about The Beatles – we’re making four. Perhaps this is a chance to understand them a little more deeply.”
Remarking it “the most significant band of all time,” Mendes highlighted The Beatles’ lasting cultural impact, saying they “redefined the culture and stayed with you for a lifetime.”
As a result, Liverpool is being used as a filming location, with City Road in Walton having been shut since 8am on Monday, February 23. While the exact reason for the filming has not been confirmed, the speculations are mostly for the Beatles biopics films.
City Road has been brought back to the golden days of the 1960s, when the band was at its height. Pedestrians could spot themed signs, the traditional milk bottles and other retro drinks.
Filming has also been taking place on Forthlin Road last week, where Paul McCartney’s childhood home is located, as well as a couple of streets just off County Road.
Liverpool road closures for the Beatles biopics filming
Due to the high-profile nature of the filming, not many details have been announced when it comes to the exact locations. However, City Road in Walton is set to be closed between 8am on February 23 until Sunday, February 28. So, who knows, maybe you’ll catch a glimpse of the action, even though most of it is fenced off!
What is more, residents have received notices about filming around several streets in Dingle.