---
title: "Stand by Me"
year: 1986
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/stand-by-me-1986"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 235
imdb_id: "tt0092005"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 89
community_rating: 7.8
vote_count: 6601
content_rating: "R"
---

# Stand by Me (1986) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/stand-by-me-1986

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Four young friends embark on a life-changing journey to find a missing boy near their rural home."

### Why Watch
- compelling character development
- strong focus on friendship

### Caveats & Content Note
- features intense situations
- contains mature themes
- Tone & Suitability: The film is rated R and contains themes suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: coming-of-age, nostalgic, dramatic, adventurous

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, AMC, MGM Plus, Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Starz Amazon Channel, Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | BINGE, Foxtel Now, Stan | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Rob Reiner
- **Networks / Studios**: Act III Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **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*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the film based on?
The film is based on the 1982 novella The Body by Stephen King.

### Q: When is the film set?
The story takes place in 1959.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Rob Reiner.

### Q: Where does the story take place?
The film is set in the fictional town of Castle Rock, Oregon.

### Q: What is the runtime?
The film has a runtime of one hour and twenty-nine minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Stand by Me — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/235)
- [Stand by Me (film)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stand_by_Me_(film))

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*