About this episode

The episode reviews the 1986 film Stand by Me, exploring its themes and cast.

On this week's show, we take a look at one of two collaborations between horror icon Stephen King and legendary director Rob Reiner. First up, 1986's Stand by Me starring Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Jerry O'Connell, Corey Feldman, Kiefer Sutherland, and Richard Dreyfuss. Be sure to let us know what you think of the movie, and the podcast. Thanks and enjoy! ADAMSNERDS.COM

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Host: Children of the Adams

Topics covered

• film review
• Stephen King
• Rob Reiner
• 1980s cinema
• coming-of-age
• horror

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