Stand by Me 1986
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What is Stand by Me?
Stand by Me is a 1986 American coming‑age drama directed by Rob Reiner. The film was released in the United States on August 8, 1986 and is classified as a crime and drama feature with a running time of 1 hour 29 minutes.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1986
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 89 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 8, 1986
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Act III Productions
- Budget
- $8,000,000
- Revenue
- $52,289,686
- Genres
- Crime, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Stand by Me is a 1986 American coming‑age drama directed by Rob Reiner. The film was released in the United States on August 8, 1986 and is classified as a crime and drama feature with a running time of 1 hour 29 minutes. Adapted from Stephen King’s 1982 novella The Body, the story follows four boys—Gordie, Vern, Chris and Teddy—who live in a rural area and learn that a peer of their age has been accidentally killed nearby
Should you watch it?
“Four young friends embark on a life-changing journey to find a missing boy near their rural home.”
- compelling character development
- strong focus on friendship
- features intense situations
- contains mature themes
Watch it if you enjoy coming-of-age dramas about the bonds of childhood friendship.
The film is rated R and contains themes suitable for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the film based on?
The film is based on the 1982 novella The Body by Stephen King.
When is the film set?
The story takes place in 1959.
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Rob Reiner.
Where does the story take place?
The film is set in the fictional town of Castle Rock, Oregon.
What is the runtime?
The film has a runtime of one hour and twenty-nine minutes.