Stand by Me
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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Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max and Cinemax Amazon Channel.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Plex, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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40th Anniversary | Official 4K Trailer
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“I’m in the prime of my youth! And I’ll only be young once!”
Gordie Stands Up To Ace
Gordie Breaks Down
Chris Confides In Gordie
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Frequently asked questions about Stand by Me
Where can I watch Stand by Me in the United States?
Stand by Me is available to stream on HBO Max and Cinemax Amazon Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Plex, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Stand by Me on HBO Max?
Yes. Stand by Me is streaming on HBO Max in the United States, alongside Cinemax Amazon Channel.
Can I watch Stand by Me for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Stand by Me needs a subscription to HBO Max and Cinemax Amazon Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Plex, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
What are the ratings for Stand by Me?
Stand by Me scores 7.8 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Stand by Me?
Stand by Me stars Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey Feldman, Jerry O'Connell, and Kiefer Sutherland. Rob Reiner is the director.
How long is Stand by Me?
Stand by Me runs 1h 29m (89 minutes).
When did Stand by Me come out?
Stand by Me was released on August 8, 1986.
Which studio made Stand by Me?
Stand by Me was produced by Act III Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for Stand by Me?
Stand by Me was made on a budget of $8,000,000.
How much did Stand by Me make at the box office?
Stand by Me grossed $52,289,686 worldwide, against a budget of $8,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.