Jack Malik (played by Himesh Patel) is a protagonist in Yesterday.
Struggling singer-songwriter from Lowestoft who becomes globally famous after waking up in a parallel universe where the Beatles never existed. He initially claims their songs as his own, later confesses the truth at Wembley Stadium, and returns to his childhood friend Ellie, ultimately giving up stardom to become a music teacher. Ellie Appleton (played by Lily James) is a protagonist in Yesterday.
Jack's manager and childhood friend who works as a mathematics teacher. She supports his musical ambitions, records his early demos, and travels with him to Liverpool. Despite sharing a romantic moment, she distances herself from his celebrity lifestyle, later dating Gavin, until Jack confesses his love and returns to her. Rocky (played by Joel Fry) appears in Yesterday.
Jack's friend and roadie who accompanies him to Moscow for Ed Sheeran's opening gig. He remains loyal throughout Jack's rise to fame, ultimately helping him upload the Beatles' songs for free online, which sabotages the record label's release and allows Jack to reclaim his authentic life.
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Characters
Jack Malik
(played by Himesh Patel) — protagonist
Struggling singer-songwriter from Lowestoft who becomes globally famous after waking up in a parallel universe where the Beatles never existed. He initially claims their songs as his own, later confes...
Ellie Appleton
(played by Lily James) — protagonist
Jack's manager and childhood friend who works as a mathematics teacher. She supports his musical ambitions, records his early demos, and travels with him to Liverpool. Despite sharing a romantic momen...
Rocky
(played by Joel Fry) — supporting
Jack's friend and roadie who accompanies him to Moscow for Ed Sheeran's opening gig. He remains loyal throughout Jack's rise to fame, ultimately helping him upload the Beatles' songs for free online,...
Key Relationships
Ellie Appleton → Rocky
(Social Mutual Friend)
Jack Malik → Rocky
(Professional Roadie)
Jack Malik → Ellie Appleton
(Professional Manager)
Story Analysis
A story about fame, truth, and love in a world without the Beatles.
