Watch The Stand
- Not Rated
- 1994
- 1 Season
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7.1 (37,483)
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.
