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19861h 29m7.8(6515)

Stand by Me

"If I could only have one food to eat for the rest of my life?" "That's easy. Pez. Cherry flavor Pez. No question about it."

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1986-08-08
1h 29m
English
Released
Act III Productions

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After learning that a boy their age has been accidentally killed near their rural homes, four boys decide to go see the body. Gordie, Vern, Chris, and Teddy encounter a mean junk man and a marsh full of leeches, but 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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About Stand by Me

"If I could only have one food to eat for the rest of my life?" "That's easy. Pez. Cherry flavor Pez. No question about it."

After learning that a boy their age has been accidentally killed near their rural homes, four boys decide to go see the body. Gordie, Vern, Chris, and Teddy encounter a mean junk man and a marsh full of leeches, but 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. Running 89 minutes.

Stand by Me Cast and Characters

The cast features Wil Wheaton (as Gordie Lachance), River Phoenix (as Chris Chambers), Corey Feldman (as Teddy Duchamp), Jerry O'Connell (as Vern Tessio), and Kiefer Sutherland (as Ace Merrill). Their performances are a major reason Stand by Me has built such a passionate audience.

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There's a reason Stand by Me keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is Stand by Me?

Stand by Me runs for 89 minutes (about 1.5 hour).

Is Stand by Me good? What's the rating?

Stand by Me holds a 7.8/10 rating based on 6,515 reviews — well above average.

Who is in the cast of Stand by Me?

The main cast includes Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey Feldman, and Jerry O'Connell, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Stand by Me available in English?

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When was Stand by Me released?

Stand by Me was released in 1986.

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What is Stand by Me about?

Stand by Me is a Crime/Drama English-language film. After learning that a boy their age has been accidentally killed near their rural homes, four boys decide to go see the body. Gordie, Vern, Chris, and Teddy encounter a mean junk man and a marsh full of leeches, but 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.

When was Stand by Me released?

Stand by Me was released on August 8, 1986. It has a runtime of 1h 29m. The film was produced by Act III Productions.

Who stars in Stand by Me?

Stand by Me stars Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey Feldman and Jerry O'Connell. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Stand by Me available in HD?

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