Movie · 1986
Is Stand by Me based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Stand by Me is based on the book The Body by Stephen King (1982).
The movie was released in 1986.
The book behind Stand by Me
The Body
by Stephen King · first published 1982 · drama fiction, coming-of-age fiction
Novella by Stephen King.
Common questions
Is Stand by Me based on a book?
Yes. Stand by Me is based on the book The Body by Stephen King (1982).
Who wrote the book Stand by Me is based on?
The Body was written by Stephen King and first published in 1982.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Body before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.
More screen adaptations of Stephen King's books
- The Shawshank Redemption (film, 1994)
- The Green Mile (film, 1999)
- The Shining (film, 1980)
- It (film, 2017)
- Misery (film, 1990)
- Carrie (film, 1976)