Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys
Synopsis
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.
Top Cast
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Bruce Greenwood
Dennis Wilson
Greg Kean
Brian Wilson
Arlen Dean Snyder
Murry Wilson
Bo Foxworth
Carl Wilson
Casey Sander
Mike Love
Linda Dona
Karen Lamm
Andrew Myler
Al Jardine
Laura Leigh Hughes
Carol Wilson
Wendy Foxworth
Marilyn Wilson (as Wendy Kaplan)
Dorothy Dells
Audree Wilson
Robert Lee
Bruce Johnston
Michael Reid MacKay
Charles Manson
Billy Vera
Sal
Maya Lebenzon
Crystal
Kelly Bratten
Tinda
Diane Gaidry
Shawn
Guy Christopher
Stage Manager
Lance Rosen
Roy
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Switzer
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Rosin
- Original Score
- Jay Levy
- Original Title
- Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Leonard Hill Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Switzer
Charles Rosin, Steven Gaines
Jay Levy
Paul Onorato
Mark W. Rosenbaum
Joel Fields, Ronald H. Gilbert, Leonard Hill
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Switzer
Director
Charles Rosin
Screenplay
Paul Onorato
Director of Photography
Mark W. Rosenbaum
Editor
Jay Levy
Original Music Composer
Barbara Dunphy
Production Design
Joel Fields
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys about?
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.
Who directed Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys?
Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys was directed by Michael Switzer.
Who stars in Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys?
The principal cast of Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys includes Bruce Greenwood, Greg Kean, Arlen Dean Snyder, Bo Foxworth, Casey Sander.
When was Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys released and how long is it?
Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys was composed by Jay Levy.
Is Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys based on a book or true story?
Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Steven Gaines".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys?
Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).