We're coming up on the 40th anniversary of Stand By Me, and ahead of the major milestone, the now-grown-up cast has been spending a lot of time together.
Most recently, the three surviving stars of the hit 1986 coming-of-age flick returned to the place where it all started, Castle Rock, Oregon. Actually, the real name is Brownsville, a small town less than 30 miles north of Eugene.
But much of the signage and even the buildings that transformed Brownsville into Castle Rock for Stephen King's surprise hit are still standing.
On Sunday, Mar. 29, Wil Wheaton showed part of that film history in an Instagram post containing a photo of himself,Corey Feldman, and Jerry O'Connell posing underneath one of Castle Rock's exit signs that sits off Interstate 5.
In the caption, he wrote, "We had only been gone forty years, but the town seemed different, somehow. Smaller. #StandByMe"
Even four decades later, the legacy of Stand By Me isn't just carried by the cast, it's embedded in the town that brought Castle Rock to life. Brownsville has preserved much of the cinematic history, with several recognizable landmarks from the film standing today.
Fans can still spot the iconic railroad tracks the boys followed on their journey, along with storefronts and streets that served as the backdrop for some of the movie's most memorable moments.
The town has embraced its connection to the film, even hosting annual events celebrating Stand By Me and its enduring cultural impact. For visitors, it's not just a filming location, it's a living time capsule that allows fans to step directly into the world created by Stephen King and brought to life on-screen.
While the years have brought inevitable change, including the loss ofRiver Phoenix and most recently, the film's director, Rob Reiner, the bond between the remaining stars and their connection to this small Oregon town remains as strong as ever. Their recent reunion is more than a nostalgic visit, it's a testament to a story about friendship that continues to resonate across generations.
Brownsville is Gearing Up For Huge 40th Anniversary 'Stand By Me Celebration'
While Brownsville celebrates Stand By Me every year and is a year-round destination for movie buffs, this summer is going to be a pretty big deal.
Stand By Me was released in theaters on August 22, 1986, and ahead of that big day, Brownsville is paying tribute in a big way with movie screenings running in March and April plus a special Stand By Me Day celebration that takes place annually on the fourth Saturday of July with activities that include a blueberry pie eating contest, a vintage car cruise, live music and classic 1950s style games.
Those who travel to Brownsville to celebrate can take in the sights including the Calapooia River bridge, the Blue Point Diner (which is actually the Brownsville Health Mart), and Irby's (which is the Brownsville Saloon).
This year, the annual celebration also boasts a 1950s sock hop, breakfast, a walking tour, a movie in the park, and a treehouse replica.
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