Ryan Reynolds Announces National Tour Celebrating John Candy with
Special Screenings of John Candy: I Like Me and Live Conversations
Presented by Clearly Canadian
Coming to the Miller Theater, an Ensemble Arts Philly venue™
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 7pm
Tickets on sale Wednesday, September 10th at 10am
(Philadelphia, PA, September 9, 2025) – On Wednesday, September 24, award-winning actor, producer, and entrepreneur Ryan Reynolds will appear live at the Miller Theater to host a special screening of John Candy: I Like Me. The event is part of a nationwide tour celebrating the life and legacy of beloved comedian John Candy.
Co-produced by Mills Entertainment and Maximum Effort, in association with Amazon MGM Studios and presented by Clearly Canadian, the tour offers fans a rare opportunity to experience the film together on the big screen and hear directly from Reynolds in person.
Directed by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Colin Hanks, the new documentary features never-before-seen archival footage, personal stories, and interviews that highlight Candy’s extraordinary career and enduring cultural impact.
Following the screening, Reynolds will take the stage live with surprise guests, including Candy’s friends and family for a moderated conversation reflecting on Candy’s artistry, generosity, and lasting influence.
Honoring Candy’s spirit of giving, net proceeds from the tour will benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®.
This Philadelphia engagement is presented in partnership with the Philadelphia Film Society.
Tickets start at $59 (plus applicable service fees) and go on sale Wednesday, Sept 10th at 10am. Tickets can be purchased online at www.ensembleartsphilly.org, by calling 215-893-1999, or in person at the Academy of Music Box Office (240 S. Broad Street) daily from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
For more information, visit www.ensembleartsphilly.org.
Media Contact:
Wendi Walker | Mills Entertainment
Wendi.Walker@millsentertainment.com
303-522-2387
Download trailer, and key art: HERE
About Ryan Reynolds
Canadian actor, producer, screenwriter and entrepreneur. Reynolds is the star of the Deadpool franchise which has grossed over 2 billion dollars worldwide. He is a successful entrepreneur and award-winning marketer, creating breakthrough campaigns for multiple brands. He has been recognized as one of the most creative people in business by Fast Company, The Hollywood Reporter, Wall Street Journal and AdWeek among others. He is an owner of Aviation Gin, Mint Mobile, Wrexham Football Club, Chief Creative Officer of MNTN, and a co-founder of Maximum Effort, a production company and marketing firm. He also launched The Group Effort Initiative and The Creative Ladder, nonprofits that help make creative careers more accessible to all – especially those from underrepresented communities.
About Maximum Effort
Maximum Effort makes movies, tv series, content and cocktails for the personal amusement of Hollywood Star Ryan Reynolds. We occasionally share them with the general public. Producers of the Deadpool films, Free Guy, The Adam Project and Welcome to Wrexham.
About St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Its purpose is clear: Finding cures. Saving children.® It is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children. When St. Jude opened in 1962, childhood cancer was largely considered incurable. Since then, St. Jude has helped push the overall survival rate from 20% to more than 80% in the United States, and it won't stop until no child dies from cancer. St. Jude shares the breakthroughs it makes to help doctors and researchers at local hospitals and cancer centers around the world improve the quality of treatment and care for even more children. Because of generous donors, families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food, so they can focus on helping their child live. Visit St. Jude Inspire to discover powerful St. Jude stories of hope, strength, love and kindness. Support the St. Jude mission by donating a at stjude.org, liking St. Jude on liking St. Jude on Facebook following St. Jude on X, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok, and subscribing to its YouTube channel.
About Clearly Canadian
Clearly Canadian (The Clearly Food & Beverage Company LLC) was founded in 1987 and is one of North America’s signature premium food and beverage brands. We believe that you should feel good about what you drink. We also believe that life shouldn’t be gulped, it should be sipped and savoured. Clearly Canadian’s distinct pure taste is crafted from award-winning Canadian spring water, made from simple natural ingredients inspired by Canadian nature, with natural hydrating minerals, and bottled in recyclable materials only. We invite you to Live Clearly. For additional information, visit www.clearlycanadian.com or follow @ClearlyCanadian on Facebook or Instagram.
About Mills Entertainment
Mills Entertainment is a leading producer of touring live entertainment, partnering with world-class talent and IP to create unique, fan-forward experiences across North America and beyond. www.millsentertainment.com