1986 · movie · R · 1h 29m
Stand by Me
"If I could only have one food to eat for the rest of my life?" "That's easy. Pez. Cherry flavor Pez. No question about it."
Is Stand by Me on Netflix?
No. Stand by Me (1986) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
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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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Critic and audience ratings set the number. Popularity, Top 10 position and recency can only lift it, never sink it. Full method.
| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 7.8/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 44 | none |
Stand by Me: common questions
Is Stand by Me on Netflix?
No. Stand by Me (1986) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
Where can I watch Stand by Me?
Stand by Me (1986) is included with a HBO Max subscription in the US.
Is Stand by Me worth watching?
It scores 77/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in B-tier: worth it.
How long is Stand by Me?
Stand by Me runs 1h 29m (89 minutes).
What is Stand by Me rated?
Stand by Me is rated R in the US.
Who is in Stand by Me?
Stand by Me stars Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey Feldman, Jerry O'Connell.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.