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Paul McCartney Reflects on Beatles' Legal Battle with Klein

2/26/2026

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Paul McCartney, a member of The Beatles, discusses his 1970 lawsuit over financial disputes involving manager Allen Klein.
He says he felt trapped in a Klein-led partnership and believed legal action was necessary to dissolve their business ties.
McCartney claims Lennon bore responsibility for the breakup.
The documentary premieres on February 27 and recalls their early Liverpool days and friendship.

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Paul McCartney, a member of The Beatles, discusses his 1970 lawsuit over financial disputes involving manager Allen Klein.
He says he felt trapped in a Klein-led partnership and believed legal action was necessary to dissolve their business ties.
McCartney claims Lennon bore responsibility for the breakup.
The documentary premieres on February 27 and recalls their early Liverpool days and friendship.