Those who knew iconic funnyman John Candy best share his story, in their own words, through never-before-seen archival footage, imagery, and interviews.

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Cast

John Candy

Self (archive footage)

Tom Hanks

Self - Actor, Splash

Steve Martin

Self - Actor, 'Planes, Trains and Automobiles'

Martin Short

Self - Actor, SCTV

Eugene Levy

Self - Actor, SCTV

Macaulay Culkin

Self - Actor, Uncle Buck

Bill Murray

Self - Mainstage Cast, The Second City

Catherine O'Hara

Self - Actor, SCTV

Conan O'Brien

Self - Comedian & Podcast Host

Mel Brooks

Self - Director, Spaceballs

John Candy — Self (archive footage)

John Franklin Candy (October 30, 1950 – March 4, 1994) was a Canadian actor and comedian. He rose to fame as a member of the Toronto, Ontario branch of The Second City, its related Second City Television series, and in his role in comedy films such as Stripes, Splash, Cool Runnings, The Great Outdoors, and Uncle Buck. One of his most renowned onscreen performances was that of Del Griffith, the loq

Tom Hanks — Self - Actor, Splash

Thomas Jeffrey Hanks (born July 9, 1956) is an American actor and filmmaker. Known for both his comedic and dramatic roles, Hanks is one of the most popular and recognizable film stars worldwide, and is widely regarded as an American cultural icon.

Steve Martin — Self - Actor, 'Planes, Trains and Automobiles'

Stephen Glenn 'Steve' Martin (born August 14, 1945) is an American actor, comedian, writer, playwright, producer, musician and composer.