Paul Mescal has addressed rumors that he's been cast as Paul McCartney in The Beatles biopics, revealing if he's been approached for the role. In February 2024, report on The Beatles movies, it was rumored that Mescal had been approached for the role of McCartney in these biopics.
Speaking with GQ, however, Mescal definitively addressed whether he'll be playing Paul in The Beatles biopics from Sam Mendes, stating, "I would love to be involved, but there’s nothing set in stone." This indicates the actor has not definitively taken the role, meaning he may not be portraying the musician despite rumors to the contrary. However, it doesn't mean he won't be considered, since the films are still in the early stages of development.
What Mescal's Lack Of Involvement Means For The Beatles Biopics
Other Reported Actors May Also Not Be Involved
[T]he success of films like Bohemian Rhapsody, Elvis, and even Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour concert shows there's a wide audience for musical history who will flock to theaters.
The report that alleged Mescal's role in bringing the history of The Beatles to life also alleged that actors had been cast as the other three of the band. This included Harris Dickinson as John Lennon, Barry Keoghan as Ringo Starr, and Charlie Rowe as George Harrison. However, now that the Gladiator II star has denied involvement in the biographical features, it makes it unclear if the other actors are really involved as well. With no confirmation from Mendes or Sony on casting, it seems answers won't be available for some time.
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Since it's now unclear who will be cast as The Beatles, it makes Mendes' movies even more mysterious. The films are already a risky endeavor, as all four being released theatrically in the same year could push too much content onto the big screen at once. However, the success of films like Bohemian Rhapsody, Elvis, and even Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour concert shows there's a wide audience for musical history who will flock to theaters. Splitting the band up onscreen might increase this success, despite less information now available.
Our Take On Paul Mescal Not Being In The Beatles' Biopic
It Doesn't Mean He Won't Be Cast
While Mescal denied he was definitively cast as McCartney, the actor did express interest in getting involved. This means he could still clinch a role in The Beatles' biopics, despite not having a definitive role in the movies as of writing. Although this doesn't mean he'll be cast as the band member, his interest does offer some hope. However, since he hasn't been approached yet for it, this still makes it very unlikely he'll wind up playing a part.
The Beatles biopics will begin production in 2025.
Source: GQ
