The Netflix Stephen King Drama Is One Of His Top 10 Greatest Movies

Stand by Me is set in the fictional town of Castle Rock, Oregon, during the summer of 1959. The story chronicles the journey of four young boys who decide to find the body of a missing boy named Ray Brower and, in the process, discover more about themselves and their friendships. Gordie Lachance recalls this pivotal event from his childhood as he reads about a fatal stabbing in 1985.

Raised in the shadow of his deceased older brother, Denny, Gordie (Wil Wheaton) finds solace and friendship in the company of Chris Chambers (River Phoenix), Teddy Duchamp (Corey Feldman), and Vern Tessio (Jerry O’Connell). The motivation behind their journey comes when Vern overhears his older brother, Billy, discussing the discovery of the body with a friend.

Fearful of implicating themselves in a car theft, Billy (Casey Siemaszko) keeps silent. Eager for recognition, Vern shares the secret with his friends, setting the stage for an unforgettable adventure in Stand by Me. The group faces various challenges during their quest, with local hoodlums complicating the boys’ mission.