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Stand by Me Stars Honor Rob Reiner with Tour

3/26/2026

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Reunion Tour Tribute

Rob Reiner, filmmaker, has died, prompting Stand by Me stars Jerry O’Connell, Corey Feldman, and Wil Wheaton to launch a multi-city tour.
Wheaton says their bond helps him cope with grief and that he recalls River Phoenix.
Tour stops include Anaheim, Seattle, Portland, Indianapolis, and Chicago, with a 4K Stand by Me restoration screening in select theaters.
O’Connell notes the film’s unique appeal beside action films and its cross-generational nostalgia.

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O’Connell Celebrates Legacy

Jerry O’Connell described watching Stand by Me again in theaters as transformative and appealing across generations.
He noted audiences included young children and grandparents, and that the film resonates with the "Stranger Things" generation.
O’Connell plans to introduce his daughters and their friends to the film.
The trio's upcoming tour aims to celebrate the film’s legacy while connecting with fans of all ages.

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Reunion Tour Tribute

Rob Reiner, filmmaker, has died, prompting Stand by Me stars Jerry O’Connell, Corey Feldman, and Wil Wheaton to launch a multi-city tour.
Wheaton says their bond helps him cope with grief and that he recalls River Phoenix.
Tour stops include Anaheim, Seattle, Portland, Indianapolis, and Chicago, with a 4K Stand by Me restoration screening in select theaters.
O’Connell notes the film’s unique appeal beside action films and its cross-generational nostalgia.

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