John Candy fans, grab the tissues; this one is going to be rough. The first trailer for âJohn Candy: I Like Me” just dropped, and itâs already hitting harder than expected. The documentary, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), doesnât just look back at Candyâs legendary career; it digs into the man behind the laughs with never-before-seen home videos, family memories, and heartfelt stories from his closest friends. And yep, even Bill Murray gets choked up.
Bill Murray Tears Up for John Candy
Leave it to Bill Murray to sum up the impossible-to-describe magic of John Candy. The trailer begins with him speaking:
âI can’t tell you what was right about John Candy, or what was wrong. But he was my friend. And… I don’t wanna cry, but when you see him, when you see his face….â
Murray trails off, visibly emotional. And honestly? Itâs impossible not to feel it with him. The two first worked together on âStripesâ back in 1981, and decades later, the loss is still raw. Thatâs the kind of impact Candy had.
Getty (Michael Ochs Archives)Big Names, Bigger Love
The trailer doesnât hold back on the star power, either. According to People, friends and costars including Steve Martin, Catherine O’Hara, Dan Aykroyd, Tom Hanks, Martin Short, and Mel Brooks all pop up to share their memories. But what really sets this project apart is how personal it gets.
Candyâs wife, Rosemary Margaret Hobor, and their kids Christopher Candy and Jennifer Candy-Sullivan arenât just featured; they actually had a hand in producing the film, making sure his story is told with honesty and heart. That family touch makes it feel like weâre not just celebrating the star, but the husband, father, and friend behind the screen.
Reynolds and Hanks Bring It Home
As if that wasnât enough, the film comes with some major behind-the-scenes names: Ryan Reynolds as producer and Colin Hanks as director.
Together, theyâve crafted a documentary thatâs both funny and gut-punching. âJohn Candy: I Like Meâ officially premiered at TIFF today (September 4, 2025) and will be available worldwide on Prime Video starting October 10, 2025. Described as the story of a man âdriven to bring joy to audiences and loved ones while battling personal ghosts and Hollywood pressures,â it feels like the perfect balance of celebration and honesty.
Candy passed away in 1994 at just 43, but this film makes sure the world never forgets the warmth he brought. If the trailer is anything to go by, weâre in for laughter, tears, and a whole lot of love. And letâs be real⦠John Candy wouldnât have had it any other way.
The post Video: Bill Murray Breaks Down Remembering John Candy in New Documentary Trailer appeared first on EntertainmentNow.