Rare footage and interviews with friends such as Tom Hanks and Steve Martin reveal the life and career of comedian John Candy.
“I like me”
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Rare footage and interviews with friends such as Tom Hanks and Steve Martin reveal the life and career of comedian John Candy.
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Synopsis
At the Toronto International Film Festival on September 4, 2025, director Colin Hanks presented "John Candy: I Like Me," a documentary that offers a detailed look at the life of the beloved Canadian actor. The film features rare archival footage, outtakes, and private home videos, alongside interviews with friends and family, including Tom Hanks and Steve Martin. It traces Candy's career from his beginnings on "Second City Television" to his rise as a Hollywood star, reflecting on his lasting impact on comedy before his untimely death in 1994.
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The GuardianThe much loved actor has no shortage of celebrity fans, but this documentary avoids his more complex traits in favour of his sweet-natured on-screen persona.
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Why Watch
- See rare footage of John Candy's performances.
- Meet comedy legends sharing their memories of Candy.
- Find out about Candy's early career on Second City Television.
Did You Know
- The film premiered on September 4, 2025, at the Toronto International Film Festival.
- Cynthia Erivo recorded a cover of 'Everytime You Go Away' for the film, released on October 3, 2025.
- The film debuted at No. 1 on Amazon Prime Video in the U.S.
- 89% of 73 critics' reviews on Rotten Tomatoes are positive.
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Who directed the documentary John Candy: I Like Me?
Colin Hanks directed the documentary John Candy: I Like Me.
When did John Candy: I Like Me premiere?
John Candy: I Like Me premiered on September 4, 2025, at the Toronto International Film Festival.
What was the Rotten Tomatoes score for John Candy: I Like Me?
On Rotten Tomatoes, 89% of 73 critics' reviews for John Candy: I Like Me are positive.
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