John Candy: I Like Me premiered as the opening night selection at TIFF 2025 and has been met with warmth and reflection. Directed by Colin Hanks and produced by Ryan Reynolds, the documentary doesn’t just celebrate Candy’s comedic brilliance—it embraces his humanity.
The newly released trailer opens with an emotional Bill Murray tearfully reflecting, “I can’t tell you what was right about John Candy… But he was my friend.” It weaves together intimate anecdotes, unseen home videos, and thoughtful remembrances from peers like Dan Aykroyd, Steve Martin, Catherine O’Hara, and Macaulay Culkin.
This isn’t just a highlight reel. The film delicately addresses Candy’s private struggles—body image issues, anxiety, and the lingering impact of early family trauma. Yet it always circles back to the compassion, generosity, and humor that defined him.
The documentary features unforgettable contributions from Candy’s children, Jennifer and Chris (both co-producers), and major stars and collaborators like Tom Hanks, Martin Short, Eugene Levy, and Andrea Martin. The wealth of personal stories offers a vivid portrait of who he was—on and off screen.
Release Date
Set to debut on October 10, 2025, on Prime Video, John Candy: I Like Me is a significant addition to the streaming platform’s documentary lineup. It’s a powerful reminder of Candy’s enduring impact—and a timely invitation to remember a comic legend with both tears and laughter.
