Draft:Untitled Ringo Starr film

Untitled Ringo Starr film is an upcoming British biographical musical drama film directed by Sam Mendes and written by Krysty Wilson-Cairns, based on The Beatles as part of the Beatles Quadrilogy.

Production
Sam Mendes conceived of the idea, and discussed the concept with studio executives in late 2023. It is the first time The Beatles have granted full life story and musical rights for official scripted biographical films. The film will be directed by Mendes, who will produce alongside his Neal Street Productions partner Pippa Harris and Neal Street’s Julie Pastor. Jeff Jones will executive produce for Apple Corps Limited. In June 2024, Barry Keoghan was in contention to play Starr. Krysty Wilson-Cairns was revealed to have written the screenplay.

Filming
Principal photography is scheduled to begin in mid-2025. In June 2024, it was reported that cinematographer Roger Deakins was offered the opportunity to collaborate with Mendes on the project.

Release
The film is expected to be released by Sony Pictures Entertainment in 2027.