#230 – Stand by Me
From Children of the Adams by Children of the Adams
January 21, 2026 · 1h 20m · Episode 230
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
People in this episode
Host: Children of the Adams
Topics covered
- film review
- Stephen King
- Rob Reiner
- 1980s cinema
- coming-of-age
- horror
Keywords
- Stand by Me
- Stephen King
- Rob Reiner
- film review
- 1986
- coming-of-age
- horror
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