Stand by Metowers above most other film adaptations ofStephen Kingstories. While opinions vary on which of the movies made from the author’s string of bestselling books is the best of all, this coming-of-age film from director Rob Reiner is often deemedthe best non-horror film by the author. Now considered a classic'80sfilm,Stand by Mereturned to theaters a few years ago for its 35th anniversary, but now fans of the film will get another chance to see it on the big screen — and this time, they’ll be inverygood company.
The re-release event, dubbed “Stand by Me Live,” consists of screenings attended by stars of the film. Corey Feldman, Jerry O’Connell, and Wil Wheaton will attend the screenings, which will also honor their late co-star River Phoenix. Tickets can already be purchased on theofficial website, which has listed the event with the following logline:
Some stories don’t fade with time—they grow deeper. For 40 years, Stand By Me has spoken to something timeless in all of us: the wonder and heartbreak of growing up, the bonds we form in childhood, and the way those moments stay with us long after the journey ends.
Join us for a deeply special evening honoring one of the most beloved films of a generation. Experience Stand By Me on the big screen once more, followed by an intimate, long-awaited reunion and live, in-person conversation with the stars who lived it—Corey Feldman, Jerry O’Connell, and Wil Wheaton.
Together, they’ll revisit the summer that changed everything—on set and on screen—sharing memories, laughter, and secrets behind a film that still brings people together after all these years. The evening will also include heartfelt reflections on working with their friend and co-star, the late River Phoenix, whose iconic performance continues to resonate with audiences around the world.
'I never had any friends later on like the ones I had when I was twelve.'
This night is for anyone who knows exactly what that means.
Where Can You Stream New Stephen King Movies and TV Shows?
The most recent batch of Stephen King adaptations includesThe Monkey,The Life of Chuck, andThe Institute. Released in February 2025,The Monkeylanded on digital streaming soon after its successful theatrical run, and iscurrently available to stream on Hulu.The Life of Chuckhad a recent theatrical release, and is now on digital streaming for purchase or rent, but not yet on subscription-based services. The TV seriesThe Instituteis currently streaming on MGM+.
Upcoming releases of Stephen King adaptations includeThe Long Walk, which arrives in theaters in September,The Running Man, which is set to premiere in November, andIt: Welcome to Derry, the prequel series based on King’s iconic book, which debuts this October on HBO.
Those that remain without an official release date include Mike Flanagan’s productions ofCarrieandThe Dark Tower, and Darren Aronofsky’s modern re-imagining ofCujo. Other adaptations currently in development includeBilly SummersandFairy Tale, although those are projects that have remained heavily under wraps and may still be years away from release.
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