Deep Dive: John Candy: I Like Me (2025)
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John Candy: I Like Me is a documentary directed by Colin Hanks that presents a portrait of the Canadian actor John Candy. It premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 4, 2025, and features a mix of rare archive footage, outtakes, home videos, and interviews with friends and family. The film chronicles Candy's rise from his beginnings on Second City Television to becoming a beloved star in comedy films until his death in 1994 due to a heart attack.
The documentary includes contributions from notable figures in comedy, such as Tom Hanks, Steve Martin, and Bill Murray, who share their affection for Candy. It also features a musical score by Tyler Strickland, with a soundtrack released on October 17, 2025. The film debuted at No. 1 on Amazon Prime Video in the U.S. and received generally favorable reviews, with 89% of critics on Rotten Tomatoes giving it positive feedback.
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.
Perfect For
John Candy fansComedy film enthusiastsDocumentary lovers