Archive · 7 Sep 2025
Macaulay Culkin Recalls John Candy's Support on 'Uncle Buck' Set
Macaulay Culkin, the child star from 'Home Alone,' remembers the late actor John Candy being a caring figure during the filming of 'Uncle Buck.'
Culkin felt Candy was like a father figure, noticing his father's difficult behavior.
This is revealed in a new documentary about John Candy directed by Colin Hanks.
Candy's daughter also confirmed that her father had a genuine care for the actor.
The film, 'John Candy: I Like Me,' will be available on Prime Video starting October 10th.
Macaulay Culkin recalls John Candy's support during 'Uncle Buck' filming.
Culkin noted Candy recognized his father's difficult behavior.
The comments are part of the documentary 'John Candy: I Like Me'.
The documentary is directed by Colin Hanks and executive produced by Ryan Reynolds.
Candy's daughter spoke about the authenticity of her father's actions.
- Who
- Macaulay Culkin, John Candy, Colin Hanks, and Jennifer Candy-Sullivan
- What
- Macaulay Culkin shared memories of John Candy looking out for him on the set of 'Uncle Buck' and how Candy noticed Culkin's father's difficult behavior.
- When
- The comments were made in the documentary 'John Candy: I Like Me,' premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival and releasing on October 10th.
- Where
- The documentary was premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and will be available on Prime Video.
- Why
- Candy's daughter stated that's who her dad was, and Hanks related as well.
- Movie
- John Candy: I Like Me
- Starring
- Macaulay Culkin, Steve Martin
- Director
- Colin Hanks
- Release Date
- October 10th (Prime Video)
- Film's Subject
- John Candy
- Culkin's Father
- Reportedly difficult and abusive