Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys
1990, English. Directed by Michael Switzer.
Dramatization looks at the tumultuous relationship that existed between rock group The Beach Boy's Brian and Dennis Wilson and their father, Murry. It also examines their struggles with drugs and alcohol.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Night Flight Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
- Michael SwitzerDirector
- Bruce GreenwoodDennis Wilson
- Greg KeanBrian Wilson
- Arlen Dean SnyderMurry Wilson
- Bo FoxworthCarl Wilson
- Casey SanderMike Love
- Linda DonaKaren Lamm
- Andrew MylerAl Jardine
- Laura Leigh HughesCarol Wilson
- Wendy FoxworthMarilyn Wilson (as Wendy Kaplan)
- Dorothy DellsAudree Wilson
- Robert LeeBruce Johnston
- Michael Reid MacKayCharles Manson
Details
- Released
- 29 April 1990
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Charles Rosin
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Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys: quick answers
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How long is Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys?
Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys have a post-credits scene?
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Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys on?
Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Night Flight Plus in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys?
If you liked Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys, try Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B, Battle of the Year, American Son.
Who directed Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys?
Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys (1990) was directed by Michael Switzer and stars Bruce Greenwood, Greg Kean, Arlen Dean Snyder.