Name: Stand By Me
Start: 2026-07-04T14:30:00+01:00
Location: Mall Gardens. Clifton Village

We’re delighted to celebrate 40 years of Rob Reiner’s coming-of-age classic Stand By Me.
Based on Stephen King’s novella The Body, the film follows four young friends on a journey that begins as a search for a missing boy and becomes a defining moment in their childhoods. Tender, funny and quietly heartbreaking, it remains one of the most enduring portraits of friendship in modern cinema.
Anchored by a standout young cast and a memorable jukebox soundtrack — including Ben E. King’s iconic title song — the film has had a lasting influence on popular culture, inspiring everything from 80s nostalgia to contemporary television storytelling. Decades on, it continues to resonate for its honesty, warmth and emotional depth.
Before the screening, enjoy the full Bristol Film Festival summer experience in the beautiful Mall Gardens in the heart of Clifton Village. Browse our Summer Gifts Fair showcasing independent Bristol makers, relax with drinks and food from local vendors, and soak up the atmosphere in our central arena.
When it’s time for the film, take your seat with wireless headphones and a state-of-the-art LED screen, ensuring a great viewing experience whatever the weather.