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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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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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Stand by Me (1986) | Rotten Tomatoes (1) 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 Full Review Stand by Me (1986) | Rotten Tomatoes (2) 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 Full Review Stand by Me (1986) | Rotten Tomatoes (3) 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 Full Review Stand by Me (1986) | Rotten Tomatoes (4) Dan Webster Spokesman-Review (Washington) A fine dramatic departure for a director who made his reputation in comedy. Jul 27, 2024 Full Review Stand by Me (1986) | Rotten Tomatoes (5) 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 Full Review Stand by Me (1986) | Rotten Tomatoes (6) 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 Full Review Read all reviews

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Oaklee D A heartwarming coming of age film that is a very unique Stephen King adaptation. Rated 3.5/5 Stars • Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 09/23/24 Full Review 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 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/22/24 Full Review Faiz D A film that truly captures the real essence of a childhood. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/29/24 Full Review Chinu D It’s a really good movie Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/20/24 Full Review Adiya A I really liked the camera used in the movie. Because the angles and small details are captured very well. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/20/24 Full Review Bulgantamir B I liked the main idea of ​​the movie Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/20/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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Rob Reiner Director 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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