Beatles Biopic Films Announce Cast with Stunt Marketing Campaign
The upcoming Beatles biopic project, "The Beatles: A Four-Film Cinematic Event," unveiled its cast through a unique marketing campaign, according to Variety on January 29, 2026. Photos featuring actors portraying the iconic band members were released via the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts Instagram account, generating buzz for the project.
Paul Mescal is set to portray Paul McCartney, while Barry Keoghan will take on the role of Ringo Starr. Further casting details are expected to be released in the coming weeks. The four films are being produced by Sony Pictures.
In other entertainment news, Damon Lindelof secured a straight-to-series order from HBO for his limited drama "The Chain," based on the novel of the same name, Variety reported. The eight-episode series falls under Lindelof's new two-year overall deal with the premium cable network, signed in September 2025.
Meanwhile, the entertainment industry is gearing up for awards season, with key dates for the Oscars, Emmys, Grammys, and Tonys already set, according to Variety's awards season calendar published on January 29, 2026.
Outside of entertainment, a new version of TikTok is causing concern among users, according to Vox. Adam Clark Estes, a senior technology correspondent at Vox, reported on January 29, 2026, that users are experiencing censorship and privacy issues on the app. Some users reported seeing less content about ICE and the Trump administration, while others were asked for their precise location.
Time magazine and other news sources reported on a range of current events, including Apple's new privacy feature, debates over immigration, and potential US military action against Iran. These sources also covered developments in entertainment, such as "Bridgerton" casting news, and new film and book releases, alongside ongoing discussions about mental health, diversity, and resource allocation in the age of AI.
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