The Stand

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  • 1994
  • 1 Season
  • 7.1  (39,134)

The Stand is a 1994 miniseries on ABC, based on the novel by Stephen King. The show follows a group of survivors after a deadly virus has wiped out most of the world's population. The virus was created by the government as a biological weapon, but it quickly got out of control and spread throughout the world. Those who are left behind must navigate a dangerous new world, where society has collapsed and violence is rampant.

Molly Ringwald stars as Frannie Goldsmith, a young woman who is pregnant when the virus hits. She is one of the few survivors in her small town and must fight for her life and the life of her unborn child. Gary Sinise plays Stu Redman, a man who seems to be immune to the virus and becomes one of the leaders of the survivors. Rob Lowe plays Nick Andros, a deaf and mute man who becomes an important member of the group. Miguel Ferrer plays Lloyd Henreid, a convict who escapes from jail during the chaos and becomes a dangerous figure in the new society.

Jamey Sheridan plays Randall Flagg, a mysterious and enigmatic figure who seems to have supernatural powers. He becomes the leader of a group of survivors who are determined to build a new society based on their own twisted beliefs. Laura San Giacomo plays Nadine Cross, a woman who becomes involved with Randall Flagg and seems to share his dark beliefs. Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis play Mother Abigail and Judge Farris, two older citizens who have visions of a new society based on love and compassion.

Corin Nemec and Matt Frewer play Harold Lauder and Trashcan Man, two survivors who are not quite right in the head. Harold is obsessed with Frannie and becomes increasingly dangerous as the group begins to settle into their new lives. Trashcan Man is a pyromaniac who is drawn to Randall Flagg's group because of his love of destruction.

The show also features Ray Walston, Peter van Norden, Bridgit Ryan, Kellie Overbey, Bill Fagerbakke, Rick Aviles, Shawnee Smith, Sam Anderson, Cynthia Garris, Billy L. Sullivan, Warren Frost, Tom Holland, Sarah Schaub, Bruce MacVittie, Dan Martin, Max Wright, and Kevin Doyle in supporting roles.

The Stand is a compelling and often disturbing look at a world gone mad. It is a show about survival, but it is also about the human condition and our ability to create both good and evil in the world around us. The performances are strong across the board, with particularly memorable turns by Jamey Sheridan and Laura San Giacomo as the two opposing forces in the new society. The show was well-received by audiences and critics alike, and remains a cult classic to this day.

The Stand is a series that ran for 1 seasons (9 episodes) between May 8, 1994 and on ABC

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The Circle Closes
9. The Circle Closes
February 10, 2021
Limited series finale written by Stephen King. After seeing both the light and the dark, Frannie makes her stand.
The Stand
8. The Stand
February 4, 2021
Risking everything, the Boulder travelers face off with Flagg's followers in New Vegas, among them a very different - and pregnant - Nadine.
The Walk
7. The Walk
January 27, 2021
After tragedy strikes the Boulder Free Zone, Mother Abagail tasks members of her Committee with a dangerous mission.
The Vigil
6. The Vigil
January 20, 2021
While all of Boulder fears for Mother Abagail's safety, Stu organizes search parties to ensure her return, presenting an opportunity for Harold and Nadine. In New Vegas, Flagg recruits a dangerous new follower.
Fear and Loathing in New Vegas
5. Fear and Loathing in New Vegas
January 13, 2021
Nadine and Harold's dark intentions continue to take shape. Meanwhile, the Committee's spies entrench themselves in New Vegas, where Flagg is building his own society, where officially-sanctioned sin and debauchery disguises a ruthlessly-enforced order. Back in Boulder, Frannie hatches a plan to confirm her suspicions of Harold while Mother Abagail seeks divine council.
The Stand
4. The Stand
May 12, 1994
Stu heads out West, Randall's group begins to fall apart, and everyone involved hurtles toward the final confrontation between good and evil.
The Betrayal
3. The Betrayal
May 11, 1994
While Randall sends Nadine to infiltrate the group in Boulder, Colorado, Mother Abigail's followers send people out to spy on Randall in Las Vegas.
The Dreams
2. The Dreams
May 9, 1994
As the dreamers of Mother Abigail make their way toward Nebraska, Randall Flagg begins recruiting his own group of followers, including Nadine Cross.
The Plague
1. The Plague
May 8, 1994
After a deadly virus kills much of the population, the survivors begin having dreams of one of two figures: a kindly old woman or a very sinister man.
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Where to Watch The Stand
The Stand is available for streaming on the ABC website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Stand on demand at Apple TV Channels, Paramount+, Amazon Prime, Amazon, Vudu and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    May 8, 1994
  • IMDB Rating
    7.1  (39,134)