# Apple Corps and Universal Music Group Beatles partnership

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> Updated: 2026-08-24T04:05:35.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

Apple Corps and Universal Music Group (UMG) have established a new, long-term, and exclusive global partnership to manage The Beatles’ merchandising, licensing, and e-commerce across both physical and digital platforms. 

This agreement supports several upcoming legacy projects. In 2027, the band plans to open ‘The Beatles at 3 Savile Row’ in London, a seven-story fan experience featuring archival materials and a recreation of the studio used for the ‘Let It Be’ recordings. 

Furthermore, a cinematic project directed by Sam Mendes is scheduled for 2028. Titled ‘The Beatles – A Four Film Cinematic Event’, the project will consist of four biographical films told from the individual perspectives of the band members. This marks the first time Apple Corps has granted full life story and music rights for scripted biographical films.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: Universal Music Group secures exclusive Beatles rights

Universal Music Group has secured exclusive global rights for The Beatles' merchandising and licensing through a new long-term partnership with Apple Corps.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/universal-music-group-secures-exclusive-beatles-rights

### 2026-08-19: Apple Corps and Universal Music Group sign global Beatles merchandising deal

Apple Corps and Universal Music Group have signed an exclusive global deal to manage The Beatles' merchandising and licensing ahead of a new London museum and a four-part biopic film series.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/apple-corps-and-universal-music-group-partner-on-beatles-merchandise

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