The Stand

Production Note - Limited Series

The Stand is a standalone Miniseries that concluded its 4-episode run in May 1994. This landmark production brought Stephen King’s post-apocalyptic epic to life with an unprecedented scale for broadcast television. Spanning over six hours, the narrative meticulously adapts the struggle between good and evil following a global pandemic. Directed by Mick Garris with a teleplay by King himself, the series features a massive ensemble cast and high production values that captured the desolate beauty of a collapsed America. The Stand received critical acclaim for its ambitious scope, ultimately winning two Primetime Emmy Awards. As a definitive adaptation of the source material, it remains a cornerstone of 1990s event programming, offering a complete and harrowing journey from societal collapse to spiritual confrontation.