Stand by Me

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Stand by Me

R

Released Aug 8, 1986

1h 29m

Comedy

Drama

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After learning that a stranger has been accidentally killed near their rural homes, four Oregon boys decide to go see the body. On the way, Gordie Lachance (Wil Wheaton), Vern Tessio (Jerry O'Connell), Chris Chambers (River Phoenix) and Teddy Duchamp (Corey Feldman) encounter a mean junk man and a marsh full of leeches, as they also learn more about one another and their very different home lives. Just a lark at first, the boys' adventure evolves into a defining event in their lives.

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Critics Consensus

Stand By Me is a wise, nostalgic movie with a weird streak that captures both Stephen King's voice and the trials of growing up.

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James Jackson

Times (UK)

[The boys] petty bickering and self-revelations unfold convincingly and with great humour, bottling that uncertain moment in life between childhood and adolescence.

Apr 25, 2023

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Adam Nayman

The Ringer

It's among the light sprinkling of King tales that elide the supernatural entirely. But that doesn't mean it isn't morbid...

Sep 5, 2019

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Carrie Rickey

Philadelphia Inquirer

Stand by Me is a small, quiet film that walks tall and resonates long after.

Rated: 4/4

Jun 26, 2013

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Dan Webster

Spokesman-Review (Washington)

A fine dramatic departure for a director who made his reputation in comedy.

Jul 27, 2024

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Allison Rose

FlickDirect

Stand By Me is a "coming of age" tale with moments of vulnerability that make it somewhat relatable while still keeping it unusual.

Rated: 4/5

Dec 11, 2023

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Douglas Davidson

Elements of Madness

It’s difficult to watch this film exactly as it is without reminiscing even a little bit about one’s own life as an adult, which I think speaks to Reiner’s approach in adapting the work.

Dec 8, 2023

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Poppy A

Absolute classic. Really shows the childhood, coming of age side of adventurous boys in the 50's. The movie is about 4 friends deciding to set out on an adventure to find their friend's dead body. The film shows numerous days go by where the young boys try fend for themselves. Their humorous bickering is entertaining. The friendship between Gordie and Chris is especially sweet and you can tell they are the closest out of the group. I'd defo recommend

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/17/24

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Elizabeth W

Absolutely incredible! I watch annually and it is always amazing!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/26/24

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Oaklee D

A heartwarming coming of age film that is a very unique Stephen King adaptation.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

09/23/24

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Fabrícia F

Uma joia do cinema moderno que une o brilho da atuação dos protagonistas, um roteiro excelente, uma direção bem executada e uma história clássica sobre união, respeito, amizade e lealdade.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/22/24

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Faiz D

A film that truly captures the real essence of a childhood.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

08/29/24

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Chinu D

It’s a really good movie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/20/24

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Rob Reiner

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Wil Wheaton

Gordie Lachance

River Phoenix

Chris Chambers

Corey Feldman

Teddy Duchamp

Jerry O'Connell

Vern Tessio

Kiefer Sutherland

Ace Merrill

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Synopsis

After learning that a stranger has been accidentally killed near their rural homes, four Oregon boys decide to go see the body. On the way, Gordie Lachance (Wil Wheaton), Vern Tessio (Jerry O'Connell), Chris Chambers (River Phoenix) and Teddy Duchamp (Corey Feldman) encounter a mean junk man and a marsh full of leeches, as they also learn more about one another and their very different home lives. Just a lark at first, the boys' adventure evolves into a defining event in their lives.

Director: Rob Reiner
Producer: Bruce A. Evans, Raynold Gideon, Andrew Scheinman
Screenwriter: Stephen King, Raynold Gideon, Bruce A. Evans
Distributor: Columbia Pictures
Production Co: Columbia Pictures Corporation
Rating: R
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 8, 1986, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 1, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $46.7M
Runtime: 1h 29m

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