The Beatles EPs list.

Beatles EPs

The Beatles released numerous EPs around the world. Some were only available in specific countries. However, in the UK, there were 14 official releases. This is to say, if we are counting the Magical Mystery Tour as two separate discs, of course.

Generally speaking, the EP was a good marketing tool for the Fab Four because it kept their music flowing in between their remarkable 12-studio LPs (albums) and singles. The EP would typically have four songs, while the single would have just two. Indeed, we have an article devoted to EPs in the 1960s here.

In the UK, there were 14 official EP discs, but remember, two are part of the Magical Mystery Tour release. Therefore, we can say that they released 13 official unique titles of EPs in the UK. However, we have an outline of their international EP releases further down.

We list only the vinyl EPs up to 1967 because, starting in 2020, there were frequent digital releases. So, the following list of Beatles EPs is for the UK market. Just click on the one you need to check:

The Magical Mystery Tour was a double EP disc set in the UK. Of course, in America, it was released as an album.

The following list of Beatles EPs were released in other countries and may have different sleeves. Of course, if you want to collect those, then eBay is the best bet. However, ensure you do a worldwide search rather than your own area.

TitleDetailsSongs on the EP
Souvenir of Their Visit to AmericaReleased: March 23, 1964 (US)
Label: Vee-Jay (VJEP 1-903)
A1: Misery
A2: A Taste of Honey
B1: Ask Me Why
B2: Anna (Go To Him)
Four by the BeatlesReleased: May 11, 1964 (US)
Label: Capitol (EAP1-2121)
A1: Roll Over Beethoven
A2: All My Loving
B1: This Boy
B2: Please Mr. Postman
RequestsReleased: June 18, 1964 (Australia/New Zealand)
Label: Parlophone (MGEP 6011)
A1: Long, Tall Sally
A2: I Call Your Name
B1: Please, Mister Postman
B2: Boys
The Beatles Again!Released: July 1964 (New Zealand)
Label: Parlophone (MGEP.6014)
A1: A Hard Day’s Night
A2: Things We Said Today
B1: Matchbox
B2: Slow Down
A Hard Day’s Night No. 1Released: July 1964 (New Zealand)
Label: Parlophone (MGEP.6016)
A1: And I Love Her
A2: Tell Me Why
B1: If I Fell
B2: When I Get Home
The Beatles No. 2Released: July 1964 (New Zealand)
Label: Parlophone (MGEP.6017)
A1: I Should Have Known Better
A2: Till There Was You
B1: I’m Happy Just To Dance With You
B2: Roll Over Beethoven
4 by the BeatlesReleased: February 1, 1965 (US)
Label: Capitol (R-5365)
A1: Honey Don’t
A2: I’m a Loser
B1: Mr. Moonlight
B2: Everybody’s Trying to Be My Baby

As you can see, in America, there are two EPs that have similar titles, Four by the Beatles and 4 by the Beatles, but they have different songs.

The image is that of the Beatles’ Hits EP from 1963. and the running order is as follows:

One of The Beatles EPS: The Beatles' Hits (vinyl disc).

You can clearly see the separating line between the two songs on side A.

Disregarding any digital releases, there appear to be 20 official EP releases in total. Of course, collectors looking to buy the lot can easily check the online auction sites for those. You may also request them in the forum. However, if you do it that way, it is best to conclude business on eBay, etc.

Finally, what is your recollection of Beatles EPs? You can also tell us how many you have and if you are looking for more, etc.