John Candy: I Like Me
| John Candy: I Like Me | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Colin Hanks |
| Produced by | Colin Hanks Johnny Pariseau Shane Reid Ryan Reynolds Sean M. Stuart Glen Zipper |
| Starring | John Candy |
| Cinematography | Justin Kane |
| Edited by | Shane Reid Darrin Roberts |
| Music by | Tyler Strickland |
Production companies | Amazon MGM Studios Maximum Effort Zipper Bros. Films |
| Distributed by | Amazon Prime Video |
Release date |
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Running time | 113 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
John Candy: I Like Me is an American documentary film, directed by Colin Hanks and slated for release in 2025.[1] The film is a portrait of John Candy, the Canadian actor who began his career on the sketch comedy series Second City Television before becoming one of the most popular and beloved stars of comedy films until his death of a heart attack in 1994.[2]
The film's production was first announced in 2022 by producer Ryan Reynolds.[3] The film's acquisition for Amazon Prime Video was announced in February 2023.[4]
It is slated to premiere on September 4, 2025, as the opening film of the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival,[5] with its premiere on Amazon Prime expected in the fall.
References
- ^ Etan Vlessing, "Ryan Reynolds and Colin Hanks’ ‘John Candy: I Like Me’ Doc to Open Toronto Film Festival". The Hollywood Reporter, June 4, 2025.
- ^ Christina Izzo, "Colin Hanks Talks Knowing John Candy Growing Up Ahead Of His Documentary With Ryan Reynolds: 'Sweet, Sweet Presence'". CinemaBlend, February 1, 2024.
- ^ "Ryan Reynolds making John Candy documentary with Colin Hanks and says to 'expect tears'". Virgin Radio UK, October 11, 2022.
- ^ Sandy Schaefer, "Amazon Prime Video Picks Up John Candy Documentary From Ryan Reynolds And Colin Hanks". /Film, February 16, 2023.
- ^ Rebecca Rubin, "Ryan Reynolds and Colin Hanks’ Documentary ‘John Candy: I Like Me’ to Open Toronto Film Festival’s 50th Edition". Variety, June 4, 2025.
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