Disney+’s popular relaunch has put the Beatles back under the microscope Take BackDocumentary on their final days as a band. But, a new movie hopes to capture their early days. Midas Manfocuses on Brian Epstein, the group’s manager. The producers have released the first photos of Brian Epstein and the Fab Four together. Deadline This week. Jay Leno, comedian, will also appear in a small part of the film.
Jonah Lees (The Letter to the KingJohn Lennon’s role was played by ), and Blake Richardson, New Hope Club musician will play Paul McCartney. Leo Harvey ElledgeCreation StoriesCampbell Wallace and ) were cast respectively as George Harrison (and Ringo Starr). Adam Lawrence (Peaky BlindersWhile ), will be Pete Best’s first drummer. Ed Sullivan will be played by Leno.
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While the Beatles are a significant part of our culture, Midas ManThe movie is really about Epstein, played by Jacob Fortune–Lloyd.The Queen’s Gambit). Epstein managed The Beatles from 1962 to his tragic death in 1967, aged 32. Brigit Grant wrote the original screen story and Jonathan Wakeman wrote the final script. Eddie Marsan and Emily Watson were cast as Epstein’s parents. Rosie Day will portray Cilla Black, the singer. Charley Palmer Rothwell will portray George Martin, The Beatles’ producer.
Midas ManIt has been difficult to produce’s work. Jonas Akerlund was hired first as director. However, he was soon replaced by another person.Sara SugarmanConfessions of a Teenage Drama Queen). Filming was finally completed in Liverpool last month. However, it was delayed for three weeks. Production will also be moving to the U.S. early in 2022.
“The actors playing the Beatles are an extraordinary group they ooze that very visceral feeling of the ’60s, are charming, playful, and so authentic and I have no doubt that Jay Leno will capture the essence of Ed Sullivan perfectly,”Sugarman: Deadline. “His own experience as an American television host will bring forward a natural, and accurate portrayal and add an incredible element of modern showbiz to the story.”
The latest news about Midas ManIt appears that the timing of the release of The Beatles: Get backPeter Jackson’s comprehensive documentary series by Peter Jackson about the making and release of the Beatles’ final album. Let it be. The series, which ran for eight hours and was released over Thanksgiving weekend, gives an unprecedented view of how the band functioned in January 1969 and the reasons that the members started to drift apart. You can stream all parts of the series on Disney+.
