Colin Hanks’ JOHN CANDY: I LIKE ME Documentary Gets Prime Video Streaming Premiere Date

Amazon MGM Studios has set a streaming premiere date for their upcoming documentary JOHN CANDY: I LIKE ME, which will debut on their Prime Video platform on October 10th, 2025. The film is set to kick off the 50th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival as the Opening Night Gala on September 4th.

John Candy: I Like Me is directed by Colin Hanks and produced by Ryan Reynolds.

The film is an exploration of the life of the Canadian comedic icon which documents his on- and off-camera existence, featuring never-before-seen home videos, intimate access to his family, and candid recollections from collaborators to paint a bigger picture of one of the brightest stars of the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s. It’s the story of a son, husband, father, friend, and professional driven to bring joy to audiences and loved ones while battling personal ghosts and Hollywood pressures.

We’ve added the release date to our Streaming calendar.

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