Trailer Debut | JOHN CANDY: I LIKE ME Directed by Colin Hanks, Produced by Ryan Reynolds
- Tammy Reese
- Sep 4
- 2 min read
By Tammy Reese
World premiering as the opening night film of the Toronto International Film Festival
The trailer exclusively debuts award-winning Cynthia Erivo’s original recording of “Everytime You Go Away”.
From director Colin Hanks and producer Ryan Reynolds comes John Candy: I Like Me. Those who knew John best share his story, in their own words, through never-before-seen archival footage, imagery, and interviews. It’s a documentary of the life, career, and loss of one of the most beloved actors of all time. John Candy: I Like Me premieres at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival on opening night, Thursday, September 4, 2025. The film debuts globally on Prime Video on October 10, 2025.
Director: Colin Hanks
Producers: Colin Hanks, Sean Stuart, Glen Zipper, Ryan Reynolds, George Dewey, Johnny Pariseau, Shane Reid
Executive Producers: Ashley Fox, Patrick Gooing
Co-Executive Producers: Chris Candy, Jennifer Candy-Sullivan, Rosemary Candy
Director of Photography: Justin Kane
Editors: Shane Reid, Darrin Roberts
Music by: Tyler Strickland
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