Carl Wilson

Carl Wilson

Born: December 21, 1946
Died: February 6, 1998
in Hawthorne, California, USA
Carl Dean Wilson (December 21, 1946 – February 6, 1998) was an American musician, singer, and songwriter who co-founded the Beach Boys. He is best remembered as their lead guitarist, as the younger brother of bandmates Brian and Dennis Wilson, and as the group's de facto leader in the early 1970s. He was also the band's musical director on stage from 1965 until his death.

Movies for Carl Wilson...

The Beach Boys
Title: The Beach Boys
Character: Self
Released: May 21, 2024
Type: Movie
A celebration of The Beach Boys—the legendary band that revolutionized pop music—and the iconic, harmonious sound they created that personified the California dream, captivating fans for generations and generations to come.
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A Grammy Salute to The Beach Boys
Title: A Grammy Salute to The Beach Boys
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: April 9, 2023
Type: Movie
A special all-star tribute concert honoring the legacy of The Beach Boys.
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The Beach Boys: A Long Promised Road - Volume 1 & 2 - 1962-1971
Title: The Beach Boys: A Long Promised Road - Volume 1 & 2 - 1962-1971
Character: Self
Released: May 13, 2016
Type: Movie
Excellent quality collection of live clips from the Beach Boys, running from the period throughout the 60’s, covering the first decade of the bands career.
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Brian Wilson: Songwriter 1969-1982
Title: Brian Wilson: Songwriter 1969-1982
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: January 1, 2014
Type: Movie
With historical performances and classic recordings reassessed by a panel of esteemed experts, this documentary film provides a fantastic insight into this often overlooked part of Brian's career.
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Endless Syncopation: The Rising Fall of The Beach Boys and The California Myth
Title: Endless Syncopation: The Rising Fall of The Beach Boys and The California Myth
Character: Himself
Released: January 2, 2012
Type: Movie
A Film by Andre Perkowski Made Out Of All The Other Beach Boys Films
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Brian Wilson: Songwriter 1962-1969
Title: Brian Wilson: Songwriter 1962-1969
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: November 1, 2010
Type: Movie
A documentary film in which the rich tapestry of music written and produced by this brilliant 20th century composer is investigated and reviewed.
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1974: On the Road With The Beach Boys
Title: 1974: On the Road With The Beach Boys
Character: Self
Released: December 1, 2009
Type: Movie
In 1974, The Beach Boys were at a low ebb. Their record sales bottoming out and desperate for income, The Beach Boys hit the road. Family friend and musician Billy Hinsche conned UCLA into letting him film a documentary about the tour on grainy, black-and-white videotape with a cumbersome Camcorder for his master’s thesis. The result is a fascinating time capsule that had been buried for 37 years.
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The Wrecking Crew
Title: The Wrecking Crew
Character: Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Released: March 11, 2008
Type: Movie
A celebration of the musical work of a group of session musicians known as "The Wrecking Crew." a band that provided back-up instrumentals to such legendary recording artists as Frank Sinatra, The Beach Boys, and Bing Crosby.
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Beach Boys: Surfin' Success
Title: Beach Boys: Surfin' Success
Character: Self
Released: January 1, 2008
Type: Movie
The Beach Boys are one of he most iconic bands in history, having sold over 100 million records worldwide since their formation in the early sixties. This is their definitive story.
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Cease to Exist
Title: Cease to Exist
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: June 14, 2007
Type: Movie
Explores the music motive to the Manson murders and uncovers Charles Manson's relationship with Beach Boys' drummer Dennis Wilson and record producer Terry Melcher.
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The Swinging 60's - The Beach Boys
Title: The Swinging 60's - The Beach Boys
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: January 1, 2007
Type: Movie
This Newly remastered documentary charts the early years of the Beach Boys. The film features rare footage including live performances captured at the Hammersmith Odeon in 1967. Much of the footage comes from the Peter Whitehead archives. Ideal for all Beach Boy fans and rock music lovers. - Amazon Prime
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Title: Legends
Character: Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Released: November 17, 2006
Type: TV
The story of the big names that have shaped the musical genres, plus an occasional stopgap for the new rock 'n' roll - comedy.
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Title: The Colbert Report
Character: Self - Guest
Released: October 17, 2005
Type: TV
The Colbert Report is an American satirical late night television program that airs Monday through Thursday on Comedy Central. It stars political humorist Stephen Colbert, a former correspondent for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. The Colbert Report is a spin-off from and counterpart to The Daily Show that comments on politics and the media in a similar way. It satirizes conservative personality-driven political pundit programs, particularly Fox News' The O'Reilly Factor. The show focuses on a fictional anchorman character named Stephen Colbert, played by his real-life namesake. The character, described by Colbert as a "well-intentioned, poorly informed, high-status idiot", is a caricature of televised political pundits. The Colbert Report has been nominated for seven Primetime Emmy Awards each in 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012, two Television Critics Association Awards Awards, and two Satellite Awards. In 2013, it won two Emmys. It has been presented as non-satirical journalism in several instances, including by the Tom DeLay Legal Defense Trust and by Robert Wexler following his interview on the program. The Report received considerable media coverage following its debut on October 17, 2005, for Colbert's coining of the term "truthiness", which dictionary publisher Merriam-Webster named its 2006 Word of the Year.
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The Beach Boys: Wouldn't It Be Nice
Title: The Beach Boys: Wouldn't It Be Nice
Character: Self
Released: January 9, 2005
Type: Movie
The inside story of the Beach Boys from their formation in 1961 to the present day (2005).
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The Beach Boys - California Surfin
Title: The Beach Boys - California Surfin
Character: Self (archive footage)
Released: January 1, 2004
Type: Movie
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The Beach Boys: The Lost Concert
Title: The Beach Boys: The Lost Concert
Character: Self (uncredited)
Released: April 20, 2003
Type: Movie
Archive performance from 1964, long thought lost to posterity, this concert footage features the California boys in the days that Brian Wilson still appeared on stage with them. Includes the hits 'Little Deuce Coupe', 'Fun, Fun, Fun', 'In My Room' and 'Surfin' USA'.
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Good Timin': Live at Knebworth England 1980
Title: Good Timin': Live at Knebworth England 1980
Character: Self
Released: January 1, 2003
Type: Movie
Concert video of the Beach Boys recorded at Knebworth, England. In what would become their final U.K. performance with the original lineup, the Beach Boys perform their biggest hits.
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The Beach Boys: Endless Harmony
Title: The Beach Boys: Endless Harmony
Character: Self
Released: March 14, 2000
Type: Movie
These archetypal Southern Californians, who transmuted their experiences growing up in suburban Hawthorne into a potent teen iconography orbiting surfing, cars, and girls, tackle the underlying personal and cultural upheavals beneath their discography. Intelligently assembled with over 40 songs dispersed throughout, ENDLESS HARMONY works not just as a rockumentary but as an important historical document of American music.
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The Beach Boys: Nashville Sounds
Title: The Beach Boys: Nashville Sounds
Character: Self
Released: November 23, 1996
Type: Movie
Brian Wilson and the boys of summer add a pinch of down-home twang to their classic harmonies with the help of country music's finest. In this 1996 recording session for the album "Stars and Stripes," The Beach Boys rework 12 of their songs, including "409" (with Junior Brown), "The Warmth of the Sun" (with Willie Nelson), "In My Room" (with Tammy Wynette), "Don't Worry Baby" (with Lorrie Morgan), and "I Get Around" (with Sawyer Brown).
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Brian Wilson: I Just Wasn't Made for These Times
Title: Brian Wilson: I Just Wasn't Made for These Times
Character: Self
Released: May 31, 1995
Type: Movie
I Just Wasn't Made for These Times is a documentary about the life of Brian Wilson, the musical mastermind and songwriter for the Beach Boys. The film examines the ups and downs of Wilson's life, including the early years of the Beach Boys, his years of substance abuse, and his long road to recovery. The film was directed by music producer Don Was, who also worked on the soundtrack for Backbeat, a film about the early days of the Beatles.
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The History of Rock 'n' Roll
Title: The History of Rock 'n' Roll
Character: Self
Released: March 6, 1995
Type: Movie
The history of rock n' roll and pop music are explored are explored via interviews and footage of well-known music stars.
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30th Anniversary of Rock 'n' Roll All-Star Jam: Bo Diddley
Title: 30th Anniversary of Rock 'n' Roll All-Star Jam: Bo Diddley
Character: Self
Released: January 1, 1995
Type: Movie
Some of rock's greatest musicians -- including Ron Wood, John Lodge, Kenny Jones, John Mayall, Carl Wilson and Mick Fleetwood -- jam with Bo Diddley at the Irvine Meadows Amphitheater in California. This tribute to the legendary guitarist includes backstage interviews and rehearsal footage as well as recordings from the 1985 concert. Songs include "I'm a Man," "Bo Diddley Put the Rock in Rock 'n' Roll," "Who Do You Love?" and more.
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The Beach Boys Today
Title: The Beach Boys Today
Character: Self
Released: March 10, 1993
Type: Movie
A road film with the Carl Wilson-led touring Beach Boys, filmed in 1992-93 and including in depth interviews with all band members.
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Title: Home Improvement
Character: Carl Wilson
Released: September 17, 1991
Type: TV
The daily trials and tribulations of handyman Tim Taylor, a TV show host raising three boys with help from his loyal co-host, domineering wife, and unseen neighbor.
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Title: Full House
Character: Self - The Beach Boys
Released: September 22, 1987
Type: TV
After the death of his wife, Danny enlists his best friend and his brother-in-law to help raise his three daughters, D.J., Stephanie, and Michelle.
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The Beach Boys: 25 Years Together - A Celebration In Waikiki
Title: The Beach Boys: 25 Years Together - A Celebration In Waikiki
Character: Self
Released: March 13, 1987
Type: Movie
Enjoy the Beach Boys in a 90 minute concert celebrating their 25 year anniversary with guest artists like Glen Campbell, Ray Charles, The Everly Brothers, Jeffery Osborne, Belinda Carlisle and Three Dog Night. The concert was recorded in December 1986 on the sunny Waikiki beach in Hawaii.
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The Beach Boys: An American Band
Title: The Beach Boys: An American Band
Character: Self
Released: November 22, 1985
Type: Movie
A biography of the American rock band The Beach Boys, with interviews, concert footage and clips from movies and television shows they appeared in.
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Title: T. J. Hooker
Character: Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Released: March 13, 1982
Type: TV
Sergeant Thomas Jefferson Hooker is a tough-as-nails veteran police officer with the LCPD who turns his back on a gold badge and goes back to patrolling the streets and training recuits. Along with his young partners in blue, Hooker take on Lake City's toughest criminals.
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Title: Champs-Elysées
Character: Self - The Beach Boys
Released: January 16, 1982
Type: TV
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The Beach Boys 20th Anniversary Special
Title: The Beach Boys 20th Anniversary Special
Character: Self
Released: January 1, 1981
Type: Movie
A celebration of The Beach Boys' musical career.
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The Beach Boys: A Celebration Concert
Title: The Beach Boys: A Celebration Concert
Character: Self
Released: July 4, 1980
Type: Movie
The Beach Boys perform live on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., July 4th, 1980. Originally aired on HBO.
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The Beach Boys - Live at Knebworth
Title: The Beach Boys - Live at Knebworth
Character: Self
Released: January 2, 1980
Type: Movie
Recorded while promoting the album Keepin' the Summer Alive, Good Timin': Live at Knebworth England 1980 was first issued in the UK in 2002 and the following year in the US, both through the band's Brother Records imprint with independent distribution. A 2-disc variant of the album also exists, released in Germany, though it features the same material as the single-disc version. The album included an impromptu version of "Happy Birthday" sung by the band and audience for Brian, whose birthday was one day prior to the concert.
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Goin' Platinum Presents The Beach Boys
Title: Goin' Platinum Presents The Beach Boys
Character: Self
Released: January 1, 1980
Type: Movie
A look at the making of The Beach Boys' 24th studio album, "Keepin' the Summer Alive".
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The Beach Boys: It's OK
Title: The Beach Boys: It's OK
Character: Self - Beach Boys member
Released: November 22, 1976
Type: Movie
A live performance from the Beach Boys, featuring their best known songs, including 'Help Me Rhonda' and 'Good Vibrations'.
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The Beach Boys: Good Vibrations Tour
Title: The Beach Boys: Good Vibrations Tour
Character: Self - Beach Boys member
Released: August 5, 1976
Type: Movie
Originally aired as an television special, this concert film includes interview segments, comedy sketches, and concert footage from Brian Wilson's 1976 return to the concert stage.
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The Beach Boys: Live In Paris, 1969
Title: The Beach Boys: Live In Paris, 1969
Character: Self
Released: June 16, 1969
Type: Movie
The Beach Boys live at the L’Olympia Bruno Coquatrix in Paris, France during their “20/20” tour on June 16, 1969.
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Title: The Dick Cavett Show
Character: Self - Guest
Released: June 6, 1968
Type: TV
The Dick Cavett Show has been the title of several talk shows hosted by Dick Cavett on various television networks.
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The Jack Benny Hour
Title: The Jack Benny Hour
Character: Self (uncredited)
Released: November 3, 1965
Type: Movie
The Beach Boys appear in a skit with Benny and Hope as surfers. Jack trys to weasel Disneyland tickets from Walt Disney. Also, a skit with Benny, Hope and Sommer in a takeoff on Italian movies. This was Benny's first special after the demise of his regular series. Benny obviously trys to appeal to the younger viewers by booking the very popular Beach Boys.
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The Monkey's Uncle
Title: The Monkey's Uncle
Character: Self - The Beach Boys
Released: August 18, 1965
Type: Movie
College whiz-kid Merlin Jones concocts a method for teaching advanced information to a chimpanzee, then creates a flying machine of his own design, ultimately raising havoc on the campus.
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The Girls on the Beach
Title: The Girls on the Beach
Character: Self
Released: May 12, 1965
Type: Movie
The girls of Alpha Beta need to raise $10,000 in two weeks to save the sorority house. Among their schemes to raise the funds are a beauty contest, a newspaper puzzle, and a baking contest. But when three guys hit the beach with love on their minds, bragging that they know the Beatles, the girls plan a concert with the Fab Four as the main attraction.
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The T.A.M.I. Show
Title: The T.A.M.I. Show
Character: Self - The Beach Boys
Released: December 29, 1964
Type: Movie
Hailed by one music reviewer as "the grooviest, wildest, slickest hit ever to pound the screen," "The T.A.M.I. Show" is an unrelenting rock spectacular starring some of the greatest pop performers of the 60s. These top recording idols – representing the musical moods of London, Liverpool, Hollywood and Detroit – packed the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium with 2,600 screaming fans and virtually brought down the house. This is the cinematic record of that electrifying event.
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Title: The Ed Sullivan Show
Character: Self
Released: June 20, 1948
Type: TV
The Ed Sullivan Show is an American TV variety show that originally ran on CBS from Sunday June 20, 1948 to Sunday June 6, 1971, and was hosted by New York entertainment columnist Ed Sullivan. It was replaced in September 1971 by the CBS Sunday Night Movie, which ran only one season and was eventually replaced by other shows. In 2002, The Ed Sullivan Show was ranked #15 on TV Guide's 50 Greatest TV Shows of All Time.