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Stand By Me

1986, Movie, R, 87 mins

Stand By Me: Review

Directed by Rob Reiner from a semiautobiographical Stephen King story, this sentimental favorite works because of its unsentimental moments — in particular, its honest portrayal of what adolescent boys talk about. Reiner elicits some excellent performances from his young cast (River Phoenix is a standout) and Kiefer Sutherland is memorable as a menacing teen hood. Read the complete review for Stand By Me

Stand By Me: Cast & Details

Year: 1986
Rated R

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Cast
Wil Wheaton: Gordie Lachance
River Phoenix: Chris Chambers
Corey Feldman: Teddy Duchamp
Jerry O'Connell: Vern Tessio
Richard Dreyfuss: The Writer
Kiefer Sutherland: Ace Merrill

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