Stand by Me (1986)
Overview
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.
Where to watch Stand by Me
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Netflix | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, Plex | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | Sky Go, Now TV Cinema | Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky +1 | Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky +1 |
| Canada | Crave, Starz | Apple TV, CosmoGo, YouTube, Amazon Video | Apple TV, CosmoGo, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| Australia | BINGE, Foxtel Now | JustWatch TV, Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube +1 | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube, Fetch TV |
| Ireland | Sky Go, Now TV Cinema | Apple TV, Sky, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Sky, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| New Zealand | TVNZ+ | Neon TV, Apple TV, JustWatch TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| India | Sony Pictures | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV |
| United Arab Emirates | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| Germany | Netflix | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube, MagentaTV +4 | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube, MagentaTV +4 |
| France | Netflix | Apple TV, Orange VOD, Canal VOD, Sooner +4 | Apple TV, Orange VOD, YouTube, Canal VOD +5 |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Stand by Me in 68 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Stand by Me about?
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. Stand by Me is a Drama, Adventure movie, released on 1986-08-08, runtime 89 minutes.
Is Stand by Me worth watching?
TMDB users rate Stand by Me 7.8 out of 10 from 6,834 ratings. It is widely liked by viewers.
Where can I watch Stand by Me?
In the United States, Stand by Me streams on Netflix and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Rob Reiner
Cast
- Wil Wheaton as Gordie Lachance
- River Phoenix as Chris Chambers
- Corey Feldman as Teddy Duchamp
- Jerry O'Connell as Vern Tessio
- Kiefer Sutherland as Ace Merrill
- Casey Siemaszko as Billy Tessio
- Gary Riley as Charlie Hogan
- Bradley Gregg as Eyeball Chambers
- Jason Oliver as Vince Desjardins
- Marshall Bell as Mr. Lachance
- Frances Lee McCain as Mrs. Lachance
- Bruce Kirby as Mr. Quidacioluo
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Sources
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