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Ryan Reynolds' John Candy Documentary Premieres October 10

9/30/2025

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Ryan Reynolds produced John Candy: I Like Me, directed by Colin Hanks, profiling Canadian actor John Candy.
It premieres on Amazon Prime Video October 10, 2025, after September 25 screening at State Theatre in New Brunswick.
It includes never-before-seen footage and anecdotes, highlighting Candy's humor and kindness, and drew applause at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival premiere that night.

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Story summary

Ryan Reynolds produced John Candy: I Like Me, directed by Colin Hanks, profiling Canadian actor John Candy.
It premieres on Amazon Prime Video October 10, 2025, after September 25 screening at State Theatre in New Brunswick.
It includes never-before-seen footage and anecdotes, highlighting Candy's humor and kindness, and drew applause at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival premiere that night.