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.
How Many Beatles EPs Did The Beatles Release?
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.
List of Beatles EPs (UK Releases)
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.
International Beatles EPs
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.
Title | Details | Songs on the EP |
---|---|---|
Souvenir of Their Visit to America | Released: 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 Beatles | Released: May 11, 1964 (US) Label: Capitol (EAP1-2121) | A1: Roll Over Beethoven A2: All My Loving B1: This Boy B2: Please Mr. Postman |
Requests | Released: 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. 1 | Released: 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. 2 | Released: 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 Beatles | Released: 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.
Example of a Beatles EP
The image is that of the Beatles’ Hits EP from 1963. and the running order is as follows:
- A1: From Me to You
- A2: Thank You Girl
- B1: Please Please Me
- B2: Love Me Do

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