The Stand (2020)
A plague-ravaged world teeters between good and evil, led by fragile survivors and a man with lethal powers.
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.
How intense is The Stand?
The Stand is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated TV-MA.
What The Stand feels like
- Tone
- bleakgrittysuspensefulepic
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Stand
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 12, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Stand for you?
Is The Stand scary?
Only a little. The Stand has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Stand gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Stand sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Stand OK for kids?
It is rated TV-MA, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
Where can I stream The Stand?
The Stand is streaming on Paramount+.
Does The Stand have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
Cast and crew
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