After learning that a boy their age has been accidentally killed near their rural homes, four boys decide to go see the body. On the way, Gordie, Vern, Chris and Teddy encounter a mean junk man and a marsh full of leeches, as 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.

Editor's Verdict

❌NO

"Stand by Me is a critically acclaimed coming-of-age drama/crime film centered around a search for a dead body during the summer or early autumn. There is no discernible connection to the Christmas season in its setting, plot, themes, or iconography."

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Cast & Crew

Wil Wheaton

Gordie Lachance

River Phoenix

Chris Chambers

Corey Feldman

Teddy Duchamp

Jerry O'Connell

Vern Tessio

Kiefer Sutherland

Ace Merrill

Casey Siemaszko

Billy Tessio

Gary Riley

Charlie Hogan

Bradley Gregg

Eyeball Chambers

Jason Oliver

Vince Desjardins

Marshall Bell

Mr. Lachance

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