The Beatles Anthology

The Beatles Anthology

Their music. Their story.

TV-MA Limited Series 1995 · 4 eps · ★ 8.3 · Documentary

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A documentary series on the career of The Beatles.

Directed by Bob Smeaton · Written by Bob Smeaton

Networks: ABC, Disney+

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