Cast: John Candy

Direction Oliver Stone

Cast Kevin Costner · Tommy Lee Jones · Gary Oldman · Joe Pesci

Synopsis J.F.K. (JFK) (1991) follows the journey of Jim Garrison, a New Orleans district attorney portrayed by Kevin Costner, as he delves into the assassination of U.S. President John F. Kennedy. His investigation uncovers a complex web of deceit involving a...

Direction John Landis

Cast Dan Aykroyd · John Belushi · Henry Gibson · Carrie Fisher

Synopsis The Blues Brothers (1980) follows the escapades of Jake and Elwood Blues, who reunite after Jake's release from prison. They return to the orphanage where they were raised, only to find it on the brink of closure due to unpaid...

Direction Daryl Duke

Cast Elliott Gould · Christopher Plummer · Susannah York · Céline Lomez

Synopsis The Silent Partner (1978) follows the story of a bank employee, portrayed by Elliot Gould, who finds himself in a tense situation when he is confronted by an armed robber, played by Christopher Plummer, at his workplace. Thanks to a...

Direction Frank Oz

Cast Rick Moranis · Ellen Greene · Steve Martin · Vincent Gardenia

Synopsis Little Shop of Horrors (1986) follows the story of Seymour Krelborn, a shy and awkward orphan employed at a struggling flower shop on the grimy streets of Skid Row. Seymour has a secret admiration for his co-worker Audrey Fulquard, but...

Direction Douglas Tirola

Cast Judd Apatow · Kevin Bacon · John Belushi · Richard Belzer

Synopsis Drunk Stoned Brilliant Dead: The Story of the National Lampoon (2015) presents an astonishing journey through the history of The National Lampoon, from its provocative and exhilarating start to its unexpected rise as a major player in Hollywood. This documentary...

Direction John Hughes

Cast Steve Martin · John Candy · Laila Robins · Lyman Ward

Synopsis Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987) follows Neal Page (Steve Martin), a man determined to return home to Chicago from a business trip in New York City for Thanksgiving. However, his journey takes an unexpected turn when he is rerouted to...

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Macaulay Culkin · Joe Pesci · Daniel Stern · John Heard

Synopsis Home Alone (1990) follows the tale of a young boy, Kevin McAllister, who finds himself in a situation that seems like a dream come true. He wakes up to discover that his entire family has vanished, leaving him alone in...

Direction Harold Ramis

Cast Chevy Chase · Beverly D'Angelo · Imogene Coca · Randy Quaid

Synopsis National Lampoon's Vacation (1983) follows the misadventures of the quintessential American family, the Griswolds, as they embark on a chaotic journey from Chicago to California. Led by the enthusiastic but hapless father, Clark (Chevy Chase), the family, which includes his...

Direction Jon Turteltaub

Cast John Candy · Doug E. Doug · Malik Yoba · Leon

Synopsis Cool Runnings (1993) follows the inspiring journey of Jamaican sprinter Derice Bannock (Leon), who, after being disqualified from the Olympic Games due to an unfortunate mishap, sets his sights on an unconventional goal: competing in the bobsleigh event. He crosses...

Direction Mel Brooks

Cast Mel Brooks · John Candy · Rick Moranis · Bill Pullman

Synopsis Spaceballs (1987) follows the intergalactic escapades of President Skroob from the planet Spaceball, who dispatches Lord Dark Helmet on a mission to pilfer the vast air reserves of Planet Druidia to refill their own dwindling supplies. The fate of Druidia...

Direction Walter Hill

Cast Richard Pryor · John Candy · Lonette McKee · Stephen Collins

Synopsis Brewster's Millions (1985) follows the story of a talented but struggling minor league baseball player who is presented with an unusual challenge. He must figure out how to spend a staggering $30 million within a mere 30 days to secure...

Direction Steven Spielberg

Cast John Belushi · Bobby Di Cicco · Tim Matheson · Dianne Kay

Synopsis 1941 (1979) unfolds six days after the Pearl Harbor assault, as fear sweeps through California, believed to be the next Japanese target. The Golden State is in turmoil, with residents on edge. Amidst the chaos, an Army Air Corps Captain,...

Direction Ken Kwapis

Cast Caroll Spinney · Jim Henson · Frank Oz · John Candy

Synopsis Sesame Street Presents: Follow that Bird (1985) embarks on a thrilling journey as beloved characters from Sesame Street, including Oscar, Bert, Ernie, and Cookie Monster, unite with Big Bird on an exciting cross-country escapade. This heartwarming adventure features an impressive...

Direction Malcolm Leo · Andrew Solt

Cast Dan Aykroyd · John Candy · Tommy Chong · Cheech Marin

Synopsis It Came from Hollywood (1982) presents a humorous journey through the annals of cinematic history, as renowned comedians take the reins to critique and comment on some of the most infamous and absurd films to emerge from Hollywood. This documentary...

Direction Michael Moore

Cast Alan Alda · John Candy · Kevin Pollak · Rhea Perlman

Synopsis Canadian Bacon (1995) follows a U.S. President who is trailing in the polls and seeks to boost his approval ratings. His team of advisors devises a strategy to stir up nationalistic sentiment by initiating an 'anti-Canadian' propaganda campaign. This plan...

Direction Ivan Reitman

Cast Bill Murray · Harold Ramis · Warren Oates · P.J. Soles

Synopsis Stripes (1981) follows the misadventures of John Winger, a New York City cab driver who faces a series of unfortunate events in a single day, including job loss, car repossession, eviction, and a breakup. Alongside his loyal friend Russell Ziskey,...

Direction Ron Howard

Cast Tom Hanks · Daryl Hannah · Eugene Levy · John Candy

Synopsis Splash (1984) follows the story of a solitary New York bachelor, portrayed by Tom Hanks, whose life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a captivating enigma, played by Daryl Hannah. Little does he know, his newfound love interest is...

Direction Paul Flaherty

Cast John Candy · Daliah Bache · Rob Morton · Lori O'Byrne

Synopsis Who's Harry Crumb? (1989) follows the comedic misadventures of John Candy as Harry Crumb, the least competent member of a renowned family of private investigators. After a decade of exile due to his clumsy demeanor, Harry is unexpectedly rehired by...

Direction John Candy · Dan Aykroyd

Cast Steven Spielberg · Dan Aykroyd · John Candy · Robin Williams

Direction Eugene Levy

Cast John Candy · James Belushi · Cybill Shepherd · Sean Young

Synopsis Once Upon a Crime... (1992) follows the story of Phoebe and her American companion, Julian Peters, who cross paths in the enchanting city of Rome. Their lives take an unexpected turn when they stumble upon a stray dog and decide...