Sat Oct 04 04:00:00 UTC 2025: **News Article:**
**John Candy’s Son Reflects on New Documentary, “John Candy: I Like Me”**
Los Angeles, CA – Chris Candy, son of the late comedic legend John Candy, shared his thoughts on the new documentary “John Candy: I Like Me” at a special screening on October 2nd. The film, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 4th and arrives on Amazon Prime Video on October 10th, explores Candy’s life from his Toronto upbringing to his rise to stardom with iconic films like “Stripes,” “National Lampoon’s Vacation,” “Spaceballs,” and “Planes, Trains and Automobiles,” the latter inspiring the documentary’s title.
Chris Candy, 41, told PEOPLE that while his father may have been initially uncomfortable with the intimate portrayal, he believes that the “John Candy of 2025” would have embraced the film. He noted his father’s aversion to his own movie premieres.
The documentary, produced by Ryan Reynolds, features archival footage of John Candy alongside interviews with Hollywood heavyweights like Tom Hanks, Steve Martin, Bill Murray, Martin Short, Mel Brooks, Catherine O’Hara, Eugene Levy, and Dan Aykroyd.
Chris emphasized the film’s impact on him, revealing he learned a great deal about his father’s influence on comedy, particularly how he inspired figures he admired like Conan O’Brien. He also touched on the personal connections he discovered, noting the similarities between himself, his sister, and his father, even after 31 years since Candy’s passing in 1994 at the age of 43.
Chris hopes the documentary resonates with audiences and provides comfort to those struggling with anxiety or deeper issues. He stated “it’s okay to seek help, talk to a friend” to those grappling with anxiety or similar challenges and encourage them to watch the film. “John Candy: I Like Me” is set to premiere on Prime Video on October 10.
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