Ryan Reynolds On Tour With John Candy Doc – See Dates
Lead: Tour kickoff and purpose
Ryan Reynolds is taking the John Candy: I Like Me documentary on a tour with a series of screenings and on-stage conversations. This string of events highlights Ryan Reynolds Tour Dates as the run unfolds across September and October 2025 in venues across the United States and Canada, with net proceeds benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Tour Details and On-Stage Conversations
After each screening, Reynolds will be joined on stage by surprise guests, including members of John Candy’s family and close friends, for moderated conversations that honor the late comedian and filmmaker. The events pair the big-screen experience with candid memories and discussions about Candy’s impact on comedy and culture. In addition to the screenings, the film’s producers emphasize that proceeds from each event will support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, continuing Candy’s spirit of generosity. Tickets for the screenings are set to go on sale starting Wednesday, September 10, at 10 a.m. local time, with details available at JohnCandy.com.
- September 23, 2025 — Ridgefield, CT — Prospector Theater. Opening the tour, this stop brings together fans in a mid-sized venue known for its community screenings and thoughtful moderations, with conversations featuring guests connected to Candy’s legacy.
- September 24, 2025 — Philadelphia, PA — Miller Theater. This city stop partners with the Philadelphia Film Society to showcase the film on a big screen and to host a moderated talk with contributors close to Candy’s world.
- September 25, 2025 — New Brunswick, NJ — State Theatre. A regional engagement designed to reach families and film lovers, pairing the screening with a dialogue about Candy’s influence and humor.
- October 2, 2025 — Los Angeles, CA — The Montalbán. A West Coast date presented in partnership with Film Independent, featuring a post-screening conversation with guests who knew Candy well.
- October 5, 2025 — Chicago, IL — The Chicago Theatre. This stop is mounted in collaboration with the Chicago Underground Film Festival and The Second City, weaving cinema with live comedy perspectives from longtime improv communities.
- October 6, 2025 — Toronto, ON (CAN) — Queen Elizabeth Theatre. In partnership with The Toronto Argonauts, this date anchors the tour in Canada with a program that highlights Candy’s enduring appeal and storytelling.
- October 8, 2025 — Brooklyn, NY — Kings Theatre. A New York-area engagement in collaboration with the Tribeca Festival and The Second City, featuring a mix of film screening and personal recollections from Candy’s circle.
- October 14, 2025 — Boston, MA — Shubert Theatre. The final U.S. stop runs in partnership with the Independent Film Festival of Boston, capping the tour with a shared discussion about Candy’s legacy.
Ryan Reynolds, who serves as a producer, premiered the documentary at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival last week alongside director Colin Hanks and John Candy’s children Jennifer and Christopher. These on-stage conversations are framed as intimate additions to the film’s public run, inviting audiences to connect with the stories behind Candy’s career and the people who knew him best.
Movies bring people together and millions of people came together to watch John Candy,
Ryan Reynolds, actor and producer
I am so excited to share our film on a big screen and to share the stage with some of the people who knew him best as they share their memories of the man. We’re also honored this tour will help support St. Jude’s.
Ryan Reynolds, actor and producer
Net proceeds from each screening will go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to honor John’s spirit of generosity.
Tickets for the screenings are set to go on sale starting Wednesday (September 10) at 10 a.m. local time and at JohnCandy.com.
Additional context and premiere details
The tour not only spotlights a beloved figure in comedy but also aligns with a broader industry pattern of celebrity-led charitable screenings that pair entertainment with philanthropy. Reynolds mentioned that the screenings offer a chance to celebrate John Candy while supporting a worthy cause, and the partnerships with major film and festival organizations help amplify the message and reach a wide audience.
In conjunction with the tour’s dates, the project’s Toronto premiere at TIFF drew attention for pairing a star-led documentary with attendance from Candy’s family and the film’s creative team, underscoring the cross-generational appeal of Candy’s work and Reynolds’ role as a producer who shepherds preserving his legacy.
Significance and what comes next
The John Candy: I Like Me tour stands out for combining humanitarian support with a star-driven celebration of a beloved comedic voice. By directing proceeds to St. Jude, the screenings extend Candy’s generosity beyond his life’s work and offer fans a reason to participate beyond entertainment. The ongoing dates in late 2025 may also open doors for similar charity screenings tied to archival projects or documentaries that celebrate film history and living legacies. As Reynolds continues to engage audiences on tour and with TIFF momentum, the model could influence future collaborations between filmmakers, festivals, and charitable partners, creating a template for purpose-driven cinema experiences.
