Summer Dreams: The Story of The Beach Boys (1990) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained

Release, runtime and language

1990 · 91 mins · English

Directed by

Michael Switzer

Starring

Bruce Greenwood, Arlen Dean Snyder, Casey Sander, Greg Kean, Wendy Foxworth, Robert Lee

The dramatized portrait follows the Wilson brothers—Brian and Dennis—through the volatile bond they share with their father, Murry, as they navigate fame with The Beach Boys. It delves into their personal battles, highlighting the impact of drugs and alcohol on their lives and music.