STAND BY ME: The Film and Its Stars 40 Years Later

Some stories don’t fade with time—they grow deeper. For 40 years, Stand By Me has spoken to something timeless in all of us: the wonder and heartbreak of growing up, the bonds we form in childhood, and the way those moments stay with us long after the journey ends. Join us on Friday, March 27, at the Grove of Anaheim for a deeply special evening honoring one of the most beloved films of a generation. Experience Stand By Me on the big screen once more, followed by an intimate, long-awaited reunion and live conversation with the stars who lived it—Corey Feldman, Jerry O’Connell, and Wil Wheaton. Together, they’ll revisit the summer that changed everything—on set and on screen—sharing memories, laughter, and secrets behind a film that still brings people together after all these years. The evening will also include heartfelt reflections on working with their friend and co-star, the late River Phoenix, whose iconic performance continues to resonate with audiences around the world.

A limited number of VIP upgrades are also available, which include an exclusive autographed poster, a post-show photo opportunity with all three stars, or a premium VIP experience which includes both. Tickets go on sale Friday, December 12 at 10AM via Ticketmaster. 

About Corey Feldman 

Corey Feldman rose to fame with standout performances in 1980s hits The Goonies, Stand by Me, The Lost Boys, and Gremlins, earning a place as a pop culture favorite of the decade. With over 100 films—including 18 #1 box office hits—plus more than 100 TV appearances, five series, and three Billboard Top 40 hits, Feldman remains a dynamic force in pop culture. In 2025, he released his acclaimed single “Characters,” featuring a live orchestra, Dolby Atmos mix, and groundbreaking AI-driven video. He’s also producing three EPs, launching new artist Adrien Skye through CiFi Records, and co-producing a new docuseries marking The Goonies 40th anniversary. Recent film projects include The Birthday, Going Viral, Operation Belvis Bash, and Sour Party, which won the Soderbergh Award at the Kaan Film Festival. A bestselling author (Coreyography) and prolific producer, Feldman continues to expand his creative legacy in music, film, and television.

About Jerry O’Connell 

Jerry O’Connell began his acting career at age 11 when he co-starred as Vern Tessio in Stand by Me, spawning a career of roles in critically acclaimed films and television series. These include his highly-praised role as quarterback Frank Cushman in Jerry Maguire, Scream 2; Can’t Hardly Wait; Mission to Mars; Tomcats; the Jerry Bruckheimer-produced comedy Kangaroo Jack; Yours, Mine and Ours; Man About Town (with Ben Affleck); Obsessed (with Beyonce Knowles); Piranha 3-D; the big screen follow-up to the cult hit television series Veronica Mars; The Lookalike; Deep Murder; and The Secret: Dare to Dream. In addition to his film work, O’Connell has been seen on multiple hit television series including Scream Queens (FOX); Mistresses (ABC); The Big Bang Theory (CBS); Billions (Showtime); The Mysteries of Laura (NBC); Carter (OWN) and currently voices Commander Jack Ransom in Star Trek: Lower Decks (Paramount+). He also hosts PICTIONARY for Fox, served as co-host for THE TALK, CBS’ Daytime Emmy Award-winning talk show, and starred in A Soldier’s Play on Broadway in 2020.  

About Wil Wheaton 

Wil Wheaton is an actor, writer, and voice artist best known for his iconic roles as Gordie Lachance in Stand by Me and Wesley Crusher on Star Trek: The Next Generation. He later played a fictionalized version of himself on The Big Bang Theory and held recurring roles in Leverage, Eureka, and The Guild. A pioneer in digital media, Wil created and hosted Tabletop, which helped spark renewed interest in board gaming, and hosted over 100 episodes of The Ready Room, the official Star Trek after-show. As a voice actor, he’s featured in Family Guy, Teen Titans, Guardians of the Galaxy, and top video games like Fallout: New Vegas and Grand Theft Auto. His acclaimed narration of Ready Player One topped the New York Times bestseller list. Wil is also the author of several books, including Still Just a Geek, and the host of the speculative fiction podcast It’s Storytime with Wil Wheaton.