During our interview on The Movie Dweeb, Aimee Lou Wood opened up about her next big role. She’s in talks to play Pattie Boyd, model and 1960s muse, in Sam Mendes’ upcoming Beatles biopic series. Her on-screen partner? None other than Stranger Things and Gladiator II star Joseph Quinn, who’s set to play George Harrison.

Aimee and Joseph had already worked together on a Versace campaign, but at the time, neither of them knew they’d soon be cast as one of the most talked-about couples in music history. “We didn’t know that we were doing [the film],” Aimee told me. “That was a weird coincidence.” But it worked in their favour: “There were no nerves… It was really lovely.”

She lit up when talking about him. “I think he’s the perfect George,” she said, with the kind of warm certainty that makes you believe it’s true. Their real-life chemistry seems to have set the tone for their on-screen relationship, which will chart everything from Beatlemania highs to the quiet heartbreak of a public breakup.

Aimee also joked that she’s relying on her Daddy Issues co-star David Morrissey, a proud Liverpudlian and Beatles fan, to “impart all the stories” he knows about the Fab Four. “I need them all,” she laughed. And if her portrayal of Boyd is anywhere near as grounded and glowing as this interview, we’re in for something special.

Inside the Beatles Biopic Series

The upcoming Beatles biopic project from Sam Mendes is unlike anything we’ve seen before. Instead of a single film, Mendes is directing four interconnected movies, each from the perspective of a different band member; John, Paul, George, and Ringo, that will all premiere in cinemas in April 2028..

Also in the cast: Paul Mescal as Paul McCartney, Barry Keoghan as Ringo Starr, and Harris Dickinson as John Lennon. Saoirse Ronan, Mia McKenna-Bruce and Anna Sawai will portray their respective partners.

What makes this project historic is that it has the full backing of the surviving Beatles and the estates of Lennon and Harrison. Mendes has access to all the music and life rights, marking the first time a Beatles feature film has had full blessing from the band’s inner circle.

Each film will explore its Beatle’s personal perspective: their rise to fame, their individual struggles, and their unique role in the greatest band of all time. It’s bold, emotional, and, with a cast like this, destined to become one of the biggest film events in recent memory.

From Sex Education to Swinging London

Aimee Lou Wood first rose to fame in Netflix’s Sex Education, where she played the awkward, loveable, and often heartbreakingly honest Aimee Gibbs. Over four seasons, she cemented herself as a fan favourite and a breakout star, known for her nuanced performances and effortless comedic timing.

Since then, her career has blossomed across genres. She starred opposite Bill Nighy in Living, a quiet and reflective drama that showcased her subtle emotional range. In 2025, she earned her first Emmy nomination for her scene-stealing turn in The White Lotus Season 3, proving that she’s just as brilliant in ensemble prestige drama as she is in quirky comedy.

Back on Screen With Daddy Issues Season 2

While all eyes are on her Beatles biopic potential, Aimee Lou Wood is already turning heads in the new season of Daddy Issues, the critically acclaimed dramedy now back for its second series.

Aimee stars as Gemma, a young woman navigating complicated family dynamics, career anxieties, and a new phase of independence. The show’s blend of absurd humour and genuine emotional depth makes it a perfect match for Aimee’s talents, and this season gives her even more to chew on.

Starring alongside David Morrissey, Daddy Issues Season 2 delves deeper into their twisted, tender father-daughter bond. The duo have a chemistry that’s equal parts comedy and confrontation, and it’s been one of the show’s most praised dynamics.

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