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The Stand

2020·Show
9Episodes in1Season·TV-MA
IMDb5.7Metacritic562.4Rotten Tomatoes56%25%
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Where to watch

Paramount+

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The Stand fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

  • Tension9
  • Violence8
  • Scare7

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis5

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor1

World

Faith and meaning, fantasy, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Standout sound design

  • Sound Centrality8
  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

In a world mostly wiped out by the plague and embroiled in an elemental struggle between good and evil, the fate of mankind rests on the frail shoulders of the 108-year-old Mother Abagail and a handful of survivors. Their worst nightmares are embodied in a man with a lethal smile and unspeakable powers: Randall Flagg, the Dark Man.
Post-Apocalyptic ThrillerStephen King AdaptationGood vs Evil EpicSurvival DramaSupernatural HorrorMoral AllegoryEnsemble CastBleak FutureSpiritual Warfare

Crew

Directed by:
Chris Fisher, Josh Boone, Vincenzo Natali
Written by:
Benjamin Cavell, Josh Boone, Jill Killington
Produced by:
Knate Gwaltney, Jake Braver, Stephen Welke

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Stand

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Stand legally?

Paramount+

The Stand is included with a subscription to Paramount+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Paramount+. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Stand worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 5.7, Rotten Tomatoes 56%, and Metacritic 56). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Stand rated?

TV-MAViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.

How many seasons does The Stand have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 9 episodes.

Is The Stand based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Stand?

Critics56
Audiences35

Not quite. Critics rate The Stand higher (56) than audiences (35). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

When did The Stand air?

It ran from 2020 to 2021 and has ended.

What language is The Stand in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Stand?

39ADAEALARATAUBABGCACLCZDEDKEE+25

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Stand in 39 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Stand use?

Buried in a Pile of CorpsesAnimal MotifsAte His GunKick the DogThe PlagueFrom Bad to WorseRedemption Earns LifeDeadpan SnarkerIncurable Cough of DeathCompressed AdaptationBlack Eyes of EvilAbhorrent Admirerand 133 more

TV Tropes lists 145 storytelling tropes for The Stand, including Buried in a Pile of Corpses, Animal Motifs, Ate His Gun.