Carl Wilson - Actor Profile

Carl Wilson

Acting
36Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 21, 1946
Birth Place: Hawthorne, California, USA

About Carl Wilson

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.

Best Carl Wilson Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Carl Wilson's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
The Beach Boys: A Celebration Concert (1980) movie poster
★10.0

The Beach Boys: A Celebration Concert — The Beach Boys perform live on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., July 4th, 1980. Originally aired on HBO.

The Beach Boys: A Celebration Concert

1980•Music
★9.0
Brian Wilson: Songwriter 1969-1982 (2014) movie poster
★9.0

Brian Wilson: Songwriter 1969-1982 — With historical performances and classic recordings reassessed by a panel of esteemed experts, this documentary film pro

Brian Wilson: Songwriter 1969-1982

2014•Documentary
★8.1
A Grammy Salute to The Beach Boys (2023) movie poster
★8.1

A Grammy Salute to The Beach Boys — A special all-star tribute concert honoring the legacy of The Beach Boys.

A Grammy Salute to The Beach Boys

2023•Music
★8.0
The Beach Boys: An American Band (1985) movie poster
★8.0

The Beach Boys: An American Band — A biography of the American rock band The Beach Boys, with interviews, concert footage and clips from movies and televis

The Beach Boys: An American Band

1985•Documentary
★8.0
The Beach Boys: It's OK (1976) movie poster
★8.0

The Beach Boys: It's OK — A live performance from the Beach Boys, featuring their best known songs, including 'Help Me Rhonda' and 'Good Vibration

The Beach Boys: It's OK

1976•Music

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Carl Wilson.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 The Beach Boys Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2023 A Grammy Salute to The Beach Boys Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2016 The Beach Boys: A Long Promised Road - Volume 1 & 2 - 1962-1971 Self Flop Similar →
2014 Mystical Traveler: The Life and Times of Dr. John-Roger Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2014 Brian Wilson: Songwriter 1969-1982 Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2012 Endless Syncopation: The Rising Fall of The Beach Boys and The California Myth Himself Flop Similar →
2010 Brian Wilson: Songwriter 1962-1969 Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2009 1974: On the Road With The Beach Boys Self Flop Similar →
2008 The Wrecking Crew Self (archive footage) (uncredited) Hit Similar →
2008 Beach Boys: Surfin' Success Self Flop Similar →
2007 Cease to Exist Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2007 The Swinging 60's - The Beach Boys Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2005 The Beach Boys: Wouldn't It Be Nice Self Hit Similar →
2004 The Beach Boys - California Surfin Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2003 The Beach Boys: The Lost Concert Self (uncredited) Average Similar →
2003 Good Timin': Live at Knebworth England 1980 Self Hit Similar →
2000 The Beach Boys: Endless Harmony Self Hit Similar →
1996 The Beach Boys: Nashville Sounds Self Flop Similar →
1995 Brian Wilson: I Just Wasn't Made for These Times Self Hit Similar →
1995 30th Anniversary of Rock 'n' Roll All-Star Jam: Bo Diddley Self Flop Similar →
1993 The Beach Boys Today Self Flop Similar →
1987 The Beach Boys: 25 Years Together - A Celebration In Waikiki Self Flop Similar →
1985 The Beach Boys: An American Band Self Super Hit Similar →
1981 The Beach Boys 20th Anniversary Special Self Flop Similar →
1980 The Beach Boys: A Celebration Concert Self Super Hit Similar →
1980 The Beach Boys - Live at Knebworth Self Super Hit Similar →
1980 Goin' Platinum Presents The Beach Boys Self Flop Similar →
1977 Mighty Good: The Beatles Self Flop Similar →
1976 The Beach Boys: It's OK Self (The Beach Boys) Super Hit Similar →
1976 The Beach Boys: It's OK Self - Beach Boys member Flop Similar →
1969 The Beach Boys: Live In Paris, 1969 Self Flop Similar →
1965 The Jack Benny Hour Self (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1965 The Monkey's Uncle Self - The Beach Boys Average Similar →
1965 The Girls on the Beach Self Flop Similar →
1964 The T.A.M.I. Show Self - The Beach Boys Super Hit Similar →
1962 One Man's Challenge Self Flop Similar →

Carl Wilson - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Carl Wilson?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Carl Wilson is "The Beach Boys: A Celebration Concert" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Carl Wilson acted in?

Carl Wilson has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Carl Wilson?

Other notable films include "Brian Wilson: Songwriter 1969-1982", "A Grammy Salute to The Beach Boys", and "The Beach Boys: An American Band".