Directed by Iain Softley, Backbeat is an energetic, musical drama chronicling the pre-fame Beatles as they head to Hamburg in search of success. As they gain popularity, the "fifth Beatle" bass guitarist Stuart Sutcliffe (Stephen Dorff), falls in love and ultimately must choose between his best friend John Lennon, and his new love (Sheryl Lee) and the greatest rock and roll band in the world. Full of vitality and heart, with a soundtrack that includes rock and roll classics, including music from Dave Grohl (Nirvana, Foo Fighters), David Pirner (Soul Asylum), and Mike Mills (R.E.M).
Actor: Stephen Dorff
Actor: Chris O'Neill
Actor: Sheryl Lee
Director: Iain Softley
Writer: Iain Softley
Actor: Ian Hart
Actor: Gary Bakewell
Actor: Scot Williams
Actor: Kai Weisinger
Actor: Jennifer Ehle
Actor: Rob Spendlove
Subject: The Beatles
Producer: Stephen Woolley
Music: Don Was
Producer: Finola Dwyer
Subject: Stuart Sutcliffe
Executive Producer: Nik Powell
Actor: Charlie Caine
Actor: Paul Duckworth