Beach Ball (1965): cast, story & where to watch

1965 · Film · ★ 5.1

Beach Ball poster

Released in 1965, Beach Ball is a comedy and music film directed by Lennie Weinrib, running about 83 minutes. “BABES, BOYS AND BIKINIS” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Edd Byrnes tries to get an ethnic-music-studies grant to buy instruments for his rock and roll group.

Who’s in it. Beach Ball stars Edd Byrnes as Dick, Brenda Benet as Samantha, Chris Noel as Susan and Aron Kincaid as Jack, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, Beach Ball has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Beach Ball page.

If you liked it. Fans of Beach Ball tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Beach Ball (1965)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Beach Ball change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Beach Ball worth watching?
Beach Ball holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Beach Ball?
Beach Ball stars Edd Byrnes, Brenda Benet, Chris Noel, Aron Kincaid and Diana Ross.
When was Beach Ball released?
Beach Ball was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.