The tormented career of The Beach Boys' Brian Wilson. Digital HD Year 2015 Theatrical Release 2015-06-05 Video Release 2015-09-15 Studio Roadside Attractions Genre Drama MPAA Rating PG-13 CARA thematic elements, drug content and language Color Color Runtime 111 Animated Live-Action Full Synopsis Behind the fun fun fun of The Beach Boys was the fascinating and genius singer/songwriter Brian Wilson. Love Mercy presents an unconventional portrait of the iconic Wilson portrayed by two actors, Paul Dano in the '60s and John Cusack in the '80s and examines his musical brilliance, personal voyage and ultimate salvation. Love Mercy, co-written by Oscar R nominated screenwriter Oren Moverman, also stars Elizabeth Banks and Paul Giamatti, and is directed by Bill Pohlad, known as the Academy Award R nominated producer for such bold films as Steve McQueen's 12 Years A Slave, Terrence Malick's The Tree of Life, Sean Penn's Into the Wild and Ang Lee's Brokeback Mountain. Director Bill Pohlad Cast Bill Pohlad; Paul Dano; Paul Giamatti; Elizabeth Banks; John Cusack; Kenny Wormald; Joanna Going; Jake Abel; Dee Wallace; Brett Davern; Jonathan Slavin