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Ron Howard's Beatles documentary hits Italian cinemas in September

other · 2026-05-05

The Italian theatrical release of "The Beatles: Eight Days A Week – The Touring Years," directed by Ron Howard, is scheduled from September 15 to 21. This documentary chronicles the iconic band's journey, highlighting their early days at the Cavern Club and concluding with their last concert at Candlestick Park in 1966. It includes previously unseen footage and features commentary from surviving Beatles Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr, along with insights from Yoko Ono and Olivia Harrison, the spouses of late members John Lennon and George Harrison. The film celebrates the group’s legacy and explores the phenomenon of Beatlemania.

Key facts

  • Film title: The Beatles: Eight Days A Week – The Touring Years
  • Director: Ron Howard
  • Italian cinema release: September 15-21
  • Covers Beatles career from Cavern Club to 1966 Candlestick Park concert
  • Includes rare and unseen footage
  • Collaborators: Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Yoko Ono, Olivia Harrison
  • Focus on musical talent and Beatlemania social phenomenon

Entities

Artists

  • Ron Howard
  • Paul McCartney
  • Ringo Starr
  • John Lennon
  • George Harrison
  • Yoko Ono
  • Olivia Harrison

Institutions

  • Artribune

Locations

  • Italy
  • Cavern Club
  • San Francisco
  • Candlestick Park

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