Cast of Stand by Me

Wil Wheaton plays Gordie Lachance, the sensitive and intelligent leader of the group.

River Phoenix portrays Chris Chambers, a troubled but kind-hearted boy from a troubled family.

Jerry O'Connell takes on the role of Vern Tessio, the youngest and most naive of the group.

Corey Feldman plays Teddy Duchamp, a tough and volatile boy with a troubled past.

Kiefer Sutherland portrays Ace Merrill, the menacing leader of a local gang.

Casey Siemaszko plays Billy Tessio, Vern's older brother.

Gary Riley portrays Charlie Hogan, a member of Ace's gang.

Bradley Gregg plays Eyeball Chambers, Chris's tough older brother and a member of Ace's gang.

Jason Oliver takes on the role of Vince Desjardins, a member of Ace's gang.

Marshall Bell plays Mr. Lachance, Gordie's father.

Frances Lee McCain portrays Mrs. Lachance, Gordie's mother.

Bruce Kirby plays Mr. Quidacioluo, the owner of a local junkyard.