The Stand
The Stand is a television series based on the eponymous novel by Stephen King. It follows the story of a post-apocalyptic world devastated by a deadly virus which wipes out most of the population. The remaining survivors form two factions, one led by a benevolent woman named Mother Abagail and the other by a demonic figure known as Randall Flagg. The series explores themes of good versus evil, faith, and the struggle for survival in a desolate landscape.
StatusEnded
First airedDec 17, 2020
Last airedFeb 11, 2021
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Daily Popularity History
Daily Buzz Score for The Stand
Rankings & History
The Stand
Peak Buzz Score
#402
20.9 Buzz Score · Dec 17 – Jan 15, 2021
1-Year Buzz Score
#941
0.8 Buzz Score · 365-day avg
CBS All Access
#5
On July 6, 2026
Drama
#610
On July 6, 2026
Sci-Fi & Fantasy
#240
On July 6, 2026
Days at #1
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Past 365 days
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Past 365 days
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Seasons
Average Buzz Score by season
First 30 days after each season premiere
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Season
Avg Buzz
1
The Stand
20.9
#100+
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Top Cast
By Buzz Score on July 6, 2026
1
Gordon Cormier
Joe
7.3
2
James Marsden
Stu Redman
5.8
3
J.K. Simmons
General Starkey
5.5
4
Bryan Cranston
The President (voice) (uncredited)
5.2
5
Amber Heard
Nadine Cross
5.0
6
Alexander Skarsgård
Randall Flagg
4.9
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