Came here to say this. I watched the whole damned thing, and I still don't know what Eugene Levy has allegedly "kept locked away" all these years... (as the AI narrator says at about the 00:57 mark) I also didn't pick up on a revelation that was 'as touching as it was shocking'... (as the AI narrator says at about the 01:11 mark)
John Candy and the cast of "Summer Rental" stayed at the Hilton Hotel on St. Petersburg Beach, where I worked. My job was to provide room service to the cast of the movie. I got to meet all of them, especially John Candy. He was the same in real life as his movie characters, all melted into one. Candy was a great guy and a legendary comic actor who shall live forever in his movies. I am very honored to have met and interacted with him during the filming of the movie.
@@Barot8 The only grouchy guy was Carl Reiner who directed the movie. The main reason being that most of the cast was drinking the whole time and the movie was taking longer to make and going over budget. Karen Austin who played Candy's wife was the niece of one of my high school teachers so we hit it off when I mentioned his name. Very nice lady.
My sister and her kids called me uncle buck when we were living together. best 3 yrs over my life hands down. And John was a BIG part of that connection miss you John thanks to you and Eugene for all the great memories
That's the role I remember him the most in. I saw him in Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, but his role in Uncle Buck will always be the role that stands out to me.
John's big smile at the end of Uncle Buck. It's such a tragedy that we lost it so early and such a shame that so many of us lack the ability to be as genial.
I’ve always appreciated how non celebrities will speak of how genuine and kind John Candy was. Compared to how often celebrities are self centered and fake. John Candy was a decent man in an indecent industry
I know an extra from Cool Runnings who has nothing but praise for John Candy. Sometimes he would get in line with the extras for lunch, order and eat the same food the extras got and sit around with the extras in an 'ask me anything' atmosphere during the lunch break. Truly a great but still humble man.
@@pianoandguitarlover2773 No way, have you ever READ the history of Hollywood? Its WAY the opposite. You talk to actors now and they say the new generations are literally the opposite of the old guard. Women in Hollywood were almost literally slaves. Even in the sixties Joan Collins said her offer for "Cleopatra" was to move into the apartment owned by studio heads and put out for him and anybody he sends calling. So what do you think that makes of Elizabeth Taylor who got the role? Maybe not being able to keep a husband wasn't for reasons we think. Its not NEARLY as bad, in large part because there is such volume that its hard to make anybody a 'star'. Even Harrison Ford has to lobby for streaming work. You are WAY off. Hollywood has always been a cesspool or broken dreams, NOW thats finally started to change.
Mark Twain said, " One's sense of humor is in direct proportion to the amount of pain in one's life, the more pain, the more one needs to laugh and hear laughter. Thanks for the laughs, Mr Candy.
I must have watched Planes, Trains and Automobiles 40 times and I still laugh my ass off during that movie. I loved almost all his movies. RIP John Candy
@TRON-ZILLA What's your question? Candy starred in "Uncle Buck" and he & Levy both had roles in "Splash". Oh, and @flashcar60 Have you seen the Shmenges' "The Last Polka"? it's on TH-cam as is my fave, "New Wave Schmenge"!
@@KenLieck Yes; these bits never get old. My grandparents were simple farmers from Eastern Europe. The Schmenges reminded me of them. I'm sure that Eugene had similar ancestral roots.
I just bought Trains, Planes , and Automobiles at the used DVD store just the other day. I use to have it on VHS, but as we all know, those strech and wear out after many viewings. I have many, if not nearly all, of John Candy's movies, and they are treasured. The 80's had the best movies for sure. Sadly, John left us far to soon, but he will go down in history as one of the best comedic actors of all time. Very few people get to leave this world having made so many people smile. RIP John Candy.... May his family find comfort in all who adored him.
I miss John Candy so very much. Watching him since "Second City TV". He was funny, and a very talented actor....and a good human being. Rest in peace John.
As a Canadian I hope that whole cast of SCTV knows how much it meant. So many laughs and great characters. If you just know John Candy or Eugene Levy from movies? Have to check out SCTV.
Any true fan of Eugene & John will tell you there's not much out there that can top their work with the Second City TV troupe. Fewer people know, however, that there have been tons of SCTV semi-reunions over the years, with Candy, Levy, Rick Moranis, Joe Flaherty, Andrew Martin, Martin Short & Catherine O'Hara getting together in various formations and doing classic SCTV characters and/or their spiritual successors. Most of the shows below can be found on TH-cam and do not disappoint: 1983 *Bob & Doug McKenzie:* Strange Brew (DT/RM) 1984 The New Show (DT w/JC, CO'H) 1985 *Schmenge Brothers:* The Last Polka (JC/EL w/RM, CO'H, DT) 1985 Comedy Week (eps. w/EL, JF, RM, DT, CO'H) 1985 Concert for the North Americas (MS w/JC, JF, EL, AM, DT) 1987 Really Weird Tales (JF w/JC, MS, CO'H) 1988 Biographies: The Enigma of *Bobby Bittman* (EL) 1988 Completely Mental Misadv's of *Ed Grimley* (MS w/AM, CO'H, JF) 1989 I, Martin Short, Goes Hollywood (MS w/CO'H, EL, JF, DT) 1989 Andrea Martin...Together Again (AM w/DT, CO'H, MS) 1990 The Dave Thomas Show (DT w/JC, MS, CO'H) 1994, 1995, 1999 The Martin Short Shows (MS w/AM, EL, JF) 2001-2005 Primetime Glick (MS w/CO'H, AM, EL, JF, AM) 2007 Bob & Doug McKenzie's Two-Four Anniversary (DT/RM) 2012 I, Martin Short, Goes Home (MS w/JF, EL, AM)
I have been a John Candy fan my whole life. I have even introduced my daughter to some of his movies. To date Planes, Trains, and Automobiles holds a place in my heart. But I enjoyed watching his other films as well. His persona came through and he seemed like a genuinely loving person. I was sad at the news of his passing and will always hold him in high regard.
I was first introduced to John and Eugene through SCTV, as were many of us. Their "Laurel and Hardy" chemistry was unmistakable. John's genuine good hearted nature shined and Levy's "straight man" made them both sparkle!
John Candy remains one of my favorite actors in my life. Hard to believe he's been gone 30 years!!! I love ALL his movies! I have most of them on DVD. He's a legend! I'll always love the guy. He is missed.
I was at MCRD San Diego in the last weeks of Marine Corps basic training in 1981-'82 when Stripes came out and we were far enough along in training that we were allowed to watch it at the base theatre. I go back and watch it now and it just doesn't seem as funny as it did at that time but after what we had all been through for the last 12-14 weeks, it was hilarious back then.
Story is that the actors in "Stripes" were NOT informed that the indoctrination to the military involved getting their head shaved for real. The look on John's face is real shock at suddenly being bald. He is missed. He was terrific in every role and the channel never get's changed.
John Candy is one of my all time favorite actors & comedians ever, thank you for this video showing just how amazing of a person he was outside of his acting, and voice acting roles. 💞
A beautiful tribute to John Candy and also Eugene Levy. I always loved them both. I remember clearly when John's death was announced, and how much it hit me -- I guess I always sensed that what we saw on screen was what he was in real life, and I felt like I lost a good friend, even tho I never met him. Thx for making this video.
First seeing these amazing people on SCTV in 1976 I knew then that this was a very special cast. John was Yin to Eugene's Yang and you could feel it, such great times and superior comedy! Miss the man John was and I'm very happy Mr. Levy is still gracing our presence!
John’s so called flops are entertaining movies that are easy to rewatch over and over again. Uncle Buck is one of the most relatable and believable silly movies I have ever seen.
I grew up in California in the 70’s and 80’s. These were pre internet days. I was born in the mid 1960’s. My links to Canada and being a Canadian were Radio Canada’s Shortwave service, Maclean’s Magazine and SCTV!
@@NorthernMike-1 At least you had some connections to the Great White North. It must have been great living in California as well. I was born and raised in the UK and arrived here in 1980. Unlike most Brit ex-pats, I didn't seek out other Brits living here, but chose folk who were born here. I've never looked back. I even got into baseball and scored two home runs in my first game. Beginner's luck, I guess. All the best to you! RC
@ well I’m very certain that having a Cricket background helped. So give yourself better credit than that! I do agree with you, when transferring to a new country, one must adapt, learn the language and make new friends! I’m very certain that the British tendency to be isolated, had much to do with Brexit! Which is quite ironic, when you consider how much of the world, Britain settled, Conquered, Controlled or st least Influenced! Cheers!
Funny how movies that bomb and get horrible reviews become cult classics with time. "Nothing But Trouble" may have had more of Akroyd's quirkiness than some people care for, but I thought it was hysterical. John Candy's dual role was comedy gold in my book .
Watching SCTV as a kid growing up in Canada is a favorable memory. It gave time for our family to sit down together and have a good laugh. Both John and Eugene played some really outrageous characters. My favorite John Candy movie will always be Uncle Buck. He played that part so well. I also get the impression that he didn't have to work very hard at playing the roll of Buck. I think Buck and John were the same person. It really is a shame that he passed away so young. He had so much more to offer in the entertainment business.
There is a quick shot here of Eugene with Catherine O'Hara. Who also was - and is - one of the best. But we're still in an era where women aren't getting their due. The SCTVers were all great. Almost equally great. Candy-Levy-O'Hara-Moranis-Short-Thomas were the top tier. Joe Flaherty and Andrea Martin (the two Americans) were just a half-step below them, with just a barely perceptible gap. Still vital cogs in the wheel.
At @14:19 I have always enjoyed the film "Cool Runnings". Years ago, I had picked up undetected Staph Infection while undergoing life saving brain surgery. Doctors / lab / etc... had no idea what infection I had picked up. They put me on a horrid antibiotic. One evening it took two SWAT Nurses to get an IV started in me. I was greatly discouraged. I turned on the TV in my room.... and "Cool Runnings" was being shown! What a good medicine to get my mind off of my own troubles. At @15:33 rrrr???? Last Holiday with Queen Latifa was not made until 2005, released in 2006. So it sat on a shelf until 10 years after his death? That was the last film I watched, TWICE, prior to my brain surgery. Nice as he was as an actor.... Queen Latifa and L L Cool J fit the film to the T.
I don't care what anyone says. I absolutely loved Nothing but Trouble. I don't think I can name one role Candy did that I didn't like. Sure, some were better than others but his inclusion always made them better. He is definitely missed. A wonderful talent and person.
"Ants on a log maam?" It might actually be Ackroyd's crazy as fuck movie that actually got me really to appreciate John. As an Australian mostly raised on British/English humour I've found a lot of American stuff hard to get into, particularly stuff like SNL. I can't really figure out why Steve Martin or Chevy Chase are so adored. Perhaps I haven't seen the good stuff. I'm about to have a lash at PT&A cos it seems like a big deal. I tend more towards weird ass artists like Andy Kaufman, but John Candy has a quiet subtlety at times, I've noticed and anyone who really loves his stuff let me know why it's awesome cos I'm up for it. Ryan Reynolds is apparently a huge fan and tries to put references in his movies all the time.
I agree !! I thought the movie was genuinely quite funny. Even Chevy Chase and Demi Moore are good in that movie. I remember watching that movie with my daughter ( about 14 at that time ) ......she loved it too !!! I have a copy !!!
I SPOKE TO EUGENE about JOHN CANDY. This was at the premier for "For Your Consideration". He and Fred Willard were just standing there. So, I walked up, and started talking to them. Mind you, this was an industry event. So, it's not like a fan walking up to them at Starbucks. Eugene had nothing but kind words to say about John. I had actually just seen "Armed and Dangerous", on tv, a few days earlier. Larry Miller was really cool too. Everyone was. But, Eugene was especially cool, because he was talking shop about past work, as if we knew each other. That's what kind of guy he is. He makes you feel like an instant friend. Hope that gives you a lil peek behind the curtain. I'm an old academy member, that shares stories like these, and Hollywood gossip (it's a small town) on my channel. If you see Mr. Levy, just respectfully say "thanks for the laughs Mr. Levy" like I did, and maybe you'll get the same experience. Just make sure you're not intruding on a conversation, or something.
SCTV was packed with great talent. Who could forget Dr. Tongue (Candy) and Bruno (Levy) starring in a string of 'real scary' 3d movies hosted by Count Floyd (Joe Flaherty) on Monster Chiller Horror Theater.
Candy was great for one big reason besides his obvious talent: his honesty in a role. You BELIEVED he was who he was playing. And, because of that sincerity, you cheered for him, especially in "Summer Rental." To many guys, he was relatable as the "everyman" Jimmy Stewart was in his heyday. For me, at least, John Candy's "It's a Wonderful Life" was (and still is) the now iconic Thanksgiving Classic "Planes, Trains, and Automobiles," which is on, without fail, in my house every Thanksgiving Day. Thanks, John, you are truly missed.
Eugene Levy will always be remembered in awe with the rest of us able to see how much he contributed to Canadian comics humour. John Candy was not with us long enough but, he sure gave us his best while he was around and will always be remembered.
I visited his former HS many times when working. Lived down the road from his mother’s house in East York. He was a big ARGOS fan, and owner; his name is on the Grey Cup trophy.
Normally I skip through to get to the heart of the story. But because I love John for his acting and I definitely felt through his acting that he was a good guy and definitely touched my heart, my two all time favorite movies Uncle Buck and PTA his personality came through in both rolls. Plus I traveled a lot in my career and could relate. This was a well documented story even though some AI voice told it. But where’s the story there’s not much here that I didn’t already know about John.
If you are watching this to actually hear Gene talk about John, dont bother. The headline is just clickbait. Video is nothing more than still pics of John & Gene with an AI voiceover... ..that said...I got to see Big John in person at a performance called "An Evening With John Candy", a solo night of answering audience questions, watching clips and telling stories at University of Toronto. He was exactly what you would think he would be..and at the end of the night he invited the crowd to "grab a beer over at the UofT pub"..I later found out he actually went there & picked up the tab for a round of everyone. A talent as big as he was, and desperately missed by all. 1, 2, 3, 4.who are we for? JOHNNY, JOHNNY, JOHNNY LARUE!!!
I was told by Bob Elmore, John's personal stunt double, that John had a heart of pure gold and he loved all of his fans and never, ever turned one away. They left feeling special. True Legend
"... over 300 pounds." Nuh-uh. I've been over 300. John Candy was more like 400. I think his best movie was Uncle Buck. But watching this, I'm surprised at how many of his films I've never even heard of. I'm going to find and watch them all. The world is a sadder place without John Candy.
He was a busy "bit part" actor in the Canadian film industry from a pretty early age. Be warned, a lot of those first flicks were half-hearted B-movie comedies ("Find the Lady", "Going Berserk") and thrillers ("Double Negative", "The Clown Murders"). Also, posthumous releases like "Wagons East" and "Canadian Bacon" had to be edited around whatever footage that was completed before he died...
John Candy was the Greatest Canadian to play an American and should be revered as an Honorary one. The Opposite can be said about the late great Joe Flahterry who was also another Second City alum.
SCTV was some of my fondest moments as a teenager, staying up late and watching TV, its where the magic all started with Eugene, John and many others, was the Canadian version of Saturday Night Live.
John Candy was an amazing comedian & all around great human being. I wish I was as good & kind a person as he always held himself. Second City TV was an amazing comedy show. Thanks for the memories
I loved the movie Only The Lonely. I'm sad it didn't do better at the box office. Sometimes the success of movie has more to do with when it is released, and how it is advertised rather than the actual quality of the film.
I almost got thrown out of a United Way (or some other charity) meeting at work because the video had Madden narrating, and I kept laughing because I only heard Candy cracking SCTV jokes in my head.
Wow, you managed to take 38 seconds of an interview with Eugene Levy and stretch it into 20 minutes. Thankfully, both Mr Levy and the giant that was John Candy, are more than enought to enthrall a person for 20 mins even using only still photos.
Some artists depart this world too soon, leaving an empty space in our soul. Musicians, actors, comedians and other entertainers who bring our emotions out from within, are especially missed when they are taken from us. I miss comedians like John Candy, John Belushi, Robin Williams and others. Thank Goodness their performances live on so we can relive those moments over and over again. RIP Uncle Buck.
Yes he did. I was/am a huge John Candy fan. My mother called me at work when news hit that he died, I was so shocked, I had to leave work and I just sat in the car and wept.
So what was the big secret? Personally I remember him best for Uncle Buck, Who's Harry Crumb, & Summer Rental. Splash, Delirious, Stripes, etc. are also memorable.
my Eldest sister Mary has the late and great John Candy autograph she met him in person said he was a sweetheart of guy very kind and polite I know any of his shows I laughed my butt off he was hilarious
How did you forget about his classic role in "Stripes"? Also, is the narrator A.I.? Sure seems to be, especially in how he said Ackroyd. John left us way too early. It's a shame he let his weight get the best of him in the end. He was fantastic in every role taken, but more so for those films everyone remembers the most. BTW, this video is sort of clickbait since we never get to hear Eugene talk personal about him.
I remember the day John Candy died. I was working in downtown Buffalo as a manager at a restaurant, and after work I'd go down the street a ways and have a couple of beers at a nearby bar before heading home, and the bartender told me about it. I was saddened then, and I'm still saddened. He was just awesome as an entertainer and a wonderful person from all I've heard and read.
The Great Outdoors with Aykroyd was my favorite Candy movie. classic. John filmed a part of Planes Trains and Automobiles in my small town, went to a local pizzeria late one night and put on a show for everybody there. hes missed..
[waking up after sharing the same bed on the motel] Neal: Del... Why did you kiss my ear? Del: Why are you holding my hand? Neal: [frowns] Where's your other hand? Del: Between two pillows... Neal: Those aren't pillows! [they both leap out of bed, screaming and shaking their hands in disgust]
To this day, Uncle Buck is one of my most favorite movies. In many ways, that movie mirrored my life. I'm the obnoxious uncle who means well but always seems to mess things up. Until it really matters.😊 Why do we always lose the great ones, too soon?
I think Canadians feel like they're seeing family when they see the SCTV gang on screen - particularly when they're working together. At least, that's how I feel.
Eugene Levy Finally Speaks Up About John Candy: "He's a sweetheart." The end. Yet somehow they got 20 minutes out of this.
I ws looking for your comment to confirm my suspicion.
Came here to say this.
I watched the whole damned thing, and I still don't know what Eugene Levy has allegedly "kept locked away" all these years...
(as the AI narrator says at about the 00:57 mark)
I also didn't pick up on a revelation that was 'as touching as it was shocking'...
(as the AI narrator says at about the 01:11 mark)
Thanks I paused at 4:31 in because I was feeling bait clicked...gonna leave a thumbs down and I'm out
Yea, even the Thumbnail is CLICKBAIT, making you think Eugene is going to say something BAD about him.
Thanks for saving me the effort, and now to select "do not recommend channel"
John Candy and the cast of "Summer Rental" stayed at the Hilton Hotel on St. Petersburg Beach, where I worked. My job was to provide room service to the cast of the movie. I got to meet all of them, especially John Candy. He was the same in real life as his movie characters, all melted into one. Candy was a great guy and a legendary comic actor who shall live forever in his movies. I am very honored to have met and interacted with him during the filming of the movie.
I bet you had a great time!
@@Barot8 The only grouchy guy was Carl Reiner who directed the movie. The main reason being that most of the cast was drinking the whole time and the movie was taking longer to make and going over budget. Karen Austin who played Candy's wife was the niece of one of my high school teachers so we hit it off when I mentioned his name. Very nice lady.
Awesome !!! Thanks for sharing 😊
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What an amazing experience! I always heard John was a great person!
John Candy was not just a comedian but he could deeply touch your emotions. He was a genius in Uncle Buck.
My sister and her kids called me uncle buck when we were living together. best 3 yrs over my life hands down. And John was a BIG part of that connection miss you John thanks to you and Eugene for all the great memories
That's the role I remember him the most in. I saw him in Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, but his role in Uncle Buck will always be the role that stands out to me.
John's big smile at the end of Uncle Buck. It's such a tragedy that we lost it so early and such a shame that so many of us lack the ability to be as genial.
Absolutely. I'll never forget the chainsaw scene, topped only by the trunk moment.
I liked him too the meaning of genius .. doesn't mean that. Great personality and comedian. genius is a word that means something though.
I’ve always appreciated how non celebrities will speak of how genuine and kind John Candy was. Compared to how often celebrities are self centered and fake. John Candy was a decent man in an indecent industry
I don't think the industry is that different from any other industry out there. Its just more public.
I know an extra from Cool Runnings who has nothing but praise for John Candy. Sometimes he would get in line with the extras for lunch, order and eat the same food the extras got and sit around with the extras in an 'ask me anything' atmosphere during the lunch break. Truly a great but still humble man.
John Candy was from a different time.
@@mikearchibald744 I think the entertainment industry has gotten worse. The level of narcissism there is off the scale.
@@pianoandguitarlover2773 No way, have you ever READ the history of Hollywood? Its WAY the opposite. You talk to actors now and they say the new generations are literally the opposite of the old guard.
Women in Hollywood were almost literally slaves. Even in the sixties Joan Collins said her offer for "Cleopatra" was to move into the apartment owned by studio heads and put out for him and anybody he sends calling.
So what do you think that makes of Elizabeth Taylor who got the role? Maybe not being able to keep a husband wasn't for reasons we think.
Its not NEARLY as bad, in large part because there is such volume that its hard to make anybody a 'star'. Even Harrison Ford has to lobby for streaming work.
You are WAY off. Hollywood has always been a cesspool or broken dreams, NOW thats finally started to change.
Mark Twain said, " One's sense of humor is in direct proportion to the amount of pain in one's life, the more pain, the more one needs to laugh and hear laughter.
Thanks for the laughs, Mr Candy.
Mark Twain was a genius, You laugh because once you stop, you may start crying and if you do that, you may never stop.
" Thanks for the laughs, Mr Clemens. "
You fellas are farming some free range truths, there.
Never heard a bad word spoken bout John Candy.
He was a good guy.
I'm almost 69 years old (male) and still can't help tearing up at the end of Planes, Trains and Automobiles. I loved Armed and Dangerous also.
I must have watched Planes, Trains and Automobiles 40 times and I still laugh my ass off during that movie. I loved almost all his movies. RIP John Candy
Yeah, my friends and I would always say, "those aren't pillows". We would just laugh. RIP John I miss you and love you so much.
"You're going the wrong way!!" "Ahhh, they're drunk. How do they know where we're going?" 🤣
@@badkarmabaroo that's the scene that made me laugh uncontrollably. So great.
Same here, and now it's that time again!
One of my favorites as well! A total "Thanksgiving" movie! and a true classic.
Thank Eugene Levy ,for reminding us what a lost, a great guy who made everyone better with who played with him in movies or skits RIP John Candy
The Schmenge Brothers were among the top ten acts in the world which made me burst out laughing.
@TRON-ZILLA What's your question? Candy starred in "Uncle Buck" and he & Levy both had roles in "Splash". Oh, and
@flashcar60 Have you seen the Shmenges' "The Last Polka"? it's on TH-cam as is my fave, "New Wave Schmenge"!
@@KenLieck Yes; these bits never get old. My grandparents were simple farmers from Eastern Europe. The Schmenges reminded me of them. I'm sure that Eugene had similar ancestral roots.
Enjoy watching them with coffee & cabbage rolls.
I just bought Trains, Planes , and Automobiles at the used DVD store just the other day. I use to have it on VHS, but as we all know, those strech and wear out after many viewings. I have many, if not nearly all, of John Candy's movies, and they are treasured. The 80's had the best movies for sure. Sadly, John left us far to soon, but he will go down in history as one of the best comedic actors of all time. Very few people get to leave this world having made so many people smile. RIP John Candy.... May his family find comfort in all who adored him.
I’m 54, so I discovered him first in 2nd City, but STRIPES got me hooked!
Thank you for highlighting this quiet genius's talent and life.......I know he and John were very, very close.
He was brilliant in Planes, Trains and Automobiles. And everything else
"Those aren't pillows!"
My favourite part is when he’s attempting to rent a car. And the rental agent tells him “Well your Fucked!” 😂😂😂
You left us way too early John. We miss you. RIP my friend.
I swam at John Candy's house when I was a kid. So, I have that memory.
I miss John Candy so very much. Watching him since "Second City TV". He was funny, and a very talented actor....and a good human being. Rest in peace John.
LOLOLOL!
He was great. :)
@@cactusblob1688When Bob and Doug had their big special and La rue had to give up his dressing room.
"Roy's Food Repair" is a great John Candy moment.
I'm so glad to have been an 80s kid. John Candy was in a lot of my favorite movies.
He was a lean, mean, fighting machine!
As a Canadian I hope that whole cast of SCTV knows how much it meant. So many laughs and great characters. If you just know John Candy or Eugene Levy from movies? Have to check out SCTV.
Any true fan of Eugene & John will tell you there's not much out there that can top their work with the Second City TV troupe. Fewer people know, however, that there have been tons of SCTV semi-reunions over the years, with Candy, Levy, Rick Moranis, Joe Flaherty, Andrew Martin, Martin Short & Catherine O'Hara getting together in various formations and doing classic SCTV characters and/or their spiritual successors.
Most of the shows below can be found on TH-cam and do not disappoint:
1983 *Bob & Doug McKenzie:* Strange Brew (DT/RM)
1984 The New Show (DT w/JC, CO'H)
1985 *Schmenge Brothers:* The Last Polka (JC/EL w/RM, CO'H, DT)
1985 Comedy Week (eps. w/EL, JF, RM, DT, CO'H)
1985 Concert for the North Americas (MS w/JC, JF, EL, AM, DT)
1987 Really Weird Tales (JF w/JC, MS, CO'H)
1988 Biographies: The Enigma of *Bobby Bittman* (EL)
1988 Completely Mental Misadv's of *Ed Grimley* (MS w/AM, CO'H, JF)
1989 I, Martin Short, Goes Hollywood (MS w/CO'H, EL, JF, DT)
1989 Andrea Martin...Together Again (AM w/DT, CO'H, MS)
1990 The Dave Thomas Show (DT w/JC, MS, CO'H)
1994, 1995, 1999 The Martin Short Shows (MS w/AM, EL, JF)
2001-2005 Primetime Glick (MS w/CO'H, AM, EL, JF, AM)
2007 Bob & Doug McKenzie's Two-Four Anniversary (DT/RM)
2012 I, Martin Short, Goes Home (MS w/JF, EL, AM)
I have been a John Candy fan my whole life. I have even introduced my daughter to some of his movies. To date Planes, Trains, and Automobiles holds a place in my heart. But I enjoyed watching his other films as well. His persona came through and he seemed like a genuinely loving person. I was sad at the news of his passing and will always hold him in high regard.
All Canadians still love John Candy!
Of course! He played Derrell Sittlur.
As well as all Americans.
John is still missed 😊❤
John will always be missed!
What about Joe Flaherty? Loved him too!
After 30 years, John Candy was missed. Seeing him in movies like Summer Rental, Splash, Spaceballs, Cool Runnings, Stripes, etc.
I was first introduced to John and Eugene through SCTV, as were many of us.
Their "Laurel and Hardy" chemistry was unmistakable. John's genuine good hearted nature shined and Levy's "straight man" made them both sparkle!
John Candy remains one of my favorite actors in my life. Hard to believe he's been gone 30 years!!! I love ALL his movies! I have most of them on DVD. He's a legend! I'll always love the guy. He is missed.
He was one of the greats, and I'll always miss him. Rest in Peace, Mr. Candy.
I was at MCRD San Diego in the last weeks of Marine Corps basic training in 1981-'82 when Stripes came out and we were far enough along in training that we were allowed to watch it at the base theatre. I go back and watch it now and it just doesn't seem as funny as it did at that time but after what we had all been through for the last 12-14 weeks, it was hilarious back then.
Eugene Levy is a living legend. John Candy is the legend of legends.
Story is that the actors in "Stripes" were NOT informed that the indoctrination to the military involved getting their head shaved for real. The look on John's face is real shock at suddenly being bald. He is missed. He was terrific in every role and the channel never get's changed.
John Candy is one of my all time favorite actors & comedians ever, thank you for this video showing just how amazing of a person he was outside of his acting, and voice acting roles. 💞
A beautiful tribute to John Candy and also Eugene Levy. I always loved them both. I remember clearly when John's death was announced, and how much it hit me -- I guess I always sensed that what we saw on screen was what he was in real life, and I felt like I lost a good friend, even tho I never met him. Thx for making this video.
First seeing these amazing people on SCTV in 1976 I knew then that this was a very special cast. John was Yin to Eugene's Yang and you could feel it, such great times and superior comedy! Miss the man John was and I'm very happy Mr. Levy is still gracing our presence!
He was brilliant. There will never be another John Candy. He’s the uncle that I would love to have or even as a neighbor or friend.
John’s so called flops are entertaining movies that are easy to rewatch over and over again. Uncle Buck is one of the most relatable and believable silly movies I have ever seen.
I love "Who's Harry Crumb". Always makes me laugh.
I watched Second City all the time and the reruns until they quit showing them since the mid 70's . down here in the USA.
Eugene, John and the rest of the SCTV introduced me to Canadian humour and were a big part in my journey of becoming Canadian.
I grew up in California in the 70’s and 80’s. These were pre internet days. I was born in the mid 1960’s.
My links to Canada and being a Canadian were Radio Canada’s Shortwave service, Maclean’s Magazine and SCTV!
@@NorthernMike-1 At least you had some connections to the Great White North. It must have been great living in California as well. I was born and raised in the UK and arrived here in 1980. Unlike most Brit ex-pats, I didn't seek out other Brits living here, but chose folk who were born here. I've never looked back. I even got into baseball and scored two home runs in my first game. Beginner's luck, I guess. All the best to you! RC
@ well I’m very certain that having a Cricket background helped. So give yourself better credit than that!
I do agree with you, when transferring to a new country, one must adapt, learn the language and make new friends!
I’m very certain that the British tendency to be isolated, had much to do with Brexit!
Which is quite ironic, when you consider how much of the world, Britain settled, Conquered, Controlled or st least Influenced!
Cheers!
I loved John so genuine and kind. I loved everything he did. He was spectacular on SCTV .
Funny how movies that bomb and get horrible reviews become cult classics with time. "Nothing But Trouble" may have had more of Akroyd's quirkiness than some people care for, but I thought it was hysterical. John Candy's dual role was comedy gold in my book .
No mention of "The Last Polka", it was brilliant.
Thank you, great research and commentary . John was truly a kind ,humble man. Super funny!
“ BEAR, BIG BEAR! “ The Great Outdoors movie.
No mention of one of his best movies...Summer Rental!!
Watching SCTV as a kid growing up in Canada is a favorable memory. It gave time for our family to sit down together and have a good laugh. Both John and Eugene played some really outrageous characters. My favorite John Candy movie will always be Uncle Buck. He played that part so well. I also get the impression that he didn't have to work very hard at playing the roll of Buck. I think Buck and John were the same person. It really is a shame that he passed away so young. He had so much more to offer in the entertainment business.
There is a quick shot here of Eugene with Catherine O'Hara. Who also was - and is - one of the best. But we're still in an era where women aren't getting their due. The SCTVers were all great. Almost equally great. Candy-Levy-O'Hara-Moranis-Short-Thomas were the top tier. Joe Flaherty and Andrea Martin (the two Americans) were just a half-step below them, with just a barely perceptible gap. Still vital cogs in the wheel.
This video brought back some wonderful memories. I LOVED SC-TV back in the day, and thought then that Eugene Levy was a genius!
Beautiful John. Thank you you for a lovely tribute.
Meet John at Vancouver Airport was teenager. He was a great person to talk to.
At @14:19 I have always enjoyed the film "Cool Runnings". Years ago, I had picked up undetected Staph Infection while undergoing life saving brain surgery. Doctors / lab / etc... had no idea what infection I had picked up. They put me on a horrid antibiotic. One evening it took two SWAT Nurses to get an IV started in me. I was greatly discouraged. I turned on the TV in my room.... and "Cool Runnings" was being shown! What a good medicine to get my mind off of my own troubles. At @15:33 rrrr???? Last Holiday with Queen Latifa was not made until 2005, released in 2006. So it sat on a shelf until 10 years after his death? That was the last film I watched, TWICE, prior to my brain surgery. Nice as he was as an actor.... Queen Latifa and L L Cool J fit the film to the T.
Going Beserk was a guilty pleasure of mine. John was a treasure.
I don't care what anyone says. I absolutely loved Nothing but Trouble. I don't think I can name one role Candy did that I didn't like. Sure, some were better than others but his inclusion always made them better. He is definitely missed. A wonderful talent and person.
"Ants on a log maam?" It might actually be Ackroyd's crazy as fuck movie that actually got me really to appreciate John. As an Australian mostly raised on British/English humour I've found a lot of American stuff hard to get into, particularly stuff like SNL. I can't really figure out why Steve Martin or Chevy Chase are so adored. Perhaps I haven't seen the good stuff. I'm about to have a lash at PT&A cos it seems like a big deal. I tend more towards weird ass artists like Andy Kaufman, but John Candy has a quiet subtlety at times, I've noticed and anyone who really loves his stuff let me know why it's awesome cos I'm up for it. Ryan Reynolds is apparently a huge fan and tries to put references in his movies all the time.
I agree !! I thought the movie was genuinely quite funny. Even Chevy Chase and Demi Moore are good in that movie.
I remember watching that movie with my daughter ( about 14 at that time ) ......she loved it too !!! I have a copy !!!
Digital Underground in that house.
I SPOKE TO EUGENE about JOHN CANDY. This was at the premier for "For Your Consideration". He and Fred Willard were just standing there. So, I walked up, and started talking to them. Mind you, this was an industry event. So, it's not like a fan walking up to them at Starbucks. Eugene had nothing but kind words to say about John. I had actually just seen "Armed and Dangerous", on tv, a few days earlier. Larry Miller was really cool too. Everyone was. But, Eugene was especially cool, because he was talking shop about past work, as if we knew each other. That's what kind of guy he is. He makes you feel like an instant friend. Hope that gives you a lil peek behind the curtain. I'm an old academy member, that shares stories like these, and Hollywood gossip (it's a small town) on my channel.
If you see Mr. Levy, just respectfully say "thanks for the laughs Mr. Levy" like I did, and maybe you'll get the same experience. Just make sure you're not intruding on a conversation, or something.
SCTV was packed with great talent. Who could forget Dr. Tongue (Candy) and Bruno (Levy) starring in a string of 'real scary' 3d movies hosted by Count Floyd (Joe Flaherty) on Monster Chiller Horror Theater.
Makes you wonder if he didn't smoke ,if he would of lived longer. RIP John Candy you are missed.
Candy was great for one big reason besides his obvious talent: his honesty in a role. You BELIEVED he was who he was playing. And, because of that sincerity, you cheered for him, especially in "Summer Rental." To many guys, he was relatable as the "everyman" Jimmy Stewart was in his heyday. For me, at least, John Candy's "It's a Wonderful Life" was (and still is) the now iconic Thanksgiving Classic "Planes, Trains, and Automobiles," which is on, without fail, in my house every Thanksgiving Day. Thanks, John, you are truly missed.
I miss John Candy, one of the greats
Eugene Levy will always be remembered in awe with the rest of us able to see how much he contributed to Canadian comics humour. John Candy was not with us long enough but, he sure gave us his best while he was around and will always be remembered.
Levy and Candy..love them..pure comic gold...you can always feel johns gentle nature in every role...r.i.p big guy!
I visited his former HS many times when working. Lived down the road from his mother’s house in East York. He was a big ARGOS fan, and owner; his name is on the Grey Cup trophy.
The armed and dangerous fifi adult bookstore scene and slugging the drunk clown in Uncle Buck are BOTH pure genius.
We love and Miss You Mr. Candy, Thank you for everything you did
There is nothing more powerful than making someone laugh. Thank you to Candy and Levy for a lot of that!
Don't forget he had 2 speaking parts in the movie "Heavy Metal" .
Normally I skip through to get to the heart of the story. But because I love John for his acting and I definitely felt through his acting that he was a good guy and definitely touched my heart, my two all time favorite movies Uncle Buck and PTA his personality came through in both rolls. Plus I traveled a lot in my career and could relate. This was a well documented story even though some AI voice told it. But where’s the story there’s not much here that I didn’t already know about John.
Love John Candy. His laugh and smile were so lovely. Planes trains and automobiles was my favourite.
He was a national treasure!! 🇨🇦
And still is in our memories of him!
If you are watching this to actually hear Gene talk about John, dont bother. The headline is just clickbait. Video is nothing more than still pics of John & Gene with an AI voiceover...
..that said...I got to see Big John in person at a performance called "An Evening With John Candy", a solo night of answering audience questions, watching clips and telling stories at University of Toronto. He was exactly what you would think he would be..and at the end of the night he invited the crowd to "grab a beer over at the UofT pub"..I later found out he actually went there & picked up the tab for a round of everyone. A talent as big as he was, and desperately missed by all.
1, 2, 3, 4.who are we for? JOHNNY, JOHNNY, JOHNNY LARUE!!!
I was told by Bob Elmore, John's personal stunt double, that John had a heart of pure gold and he loved all of his fans and never, ever turned one away. They left feeling special. True Legend
I came for John Candy, but I am so glad you dove into Eugene Levy. Easily one of the greatest and least appreciated comedians ever.
"... over 300 pounds." Nuh-uh. I've been over 300. John Candy was more like 400.
I think his best movie was Uncle Buck. But watching this, I'm surprised at how many of his films I've never even heard of. I'm going to find and watch them all. The world is a sadder place without John Candy.
He was a busy "bit part" actor in the Canadian film industry from a pretty early age. Be warned, a lot of those first flicks were half-hearted B-movie comedies ("Find the Lady", "Going Berserk") and thrillers ("Double Negative", "The Clown Murders"). Also, posthumous releases like "Wagons East" and "Canadian Bacon" had to be edited around whatever footage that was completed before he died...
John Candy was the Greatest Canadian to play an American and should be revered as an Honorary one. The Opposite can be said about the late great Joe Flahterry who was also another Second City alum.
SCTV was some of my fondest moments as a teenager, staying up late and watching TV, its where the magic all started with Eugene, John and many others, was the Canadian version of Saturday Night Live.
John Candy was an amazing comedian & all around great human being. I wish I was as good & kind a person as he always held himself. Second City TV was an amazing comedy show. Thanks for the memories
I loved the movie Only The Lonely. I'm sad it didn't do better at the box office. Sometimes the success of movie has more to do with when it is released, and how it is advertised rather than the actual quality of the film.
It really is an underrated gem of a film.
From SCTV to so many prolific careers in movies and TV, what an amazingly talented cast and wonderful group of human beings.
John Candy, football, John Madden......... any pictures of them together?
I almost got thrown out of a United Way (or some other charity) meeting at work because the video had Madden narrating, and I kept laughing because I only heard Candy cracking SCTV jokes in my head.
I really miss Candy, Farley, and Hartman. And here recently, I was saddened by the loss of Fred Willard.
Wow, you managed to take 38 seconds of an interview with Eugene Levy and stretch it into 20 minutes. Thankfully, both Mr Levy and the giant that was John Candy, are more than enought to enthrall a person for 20 mins even using only still photos.
John Candy has always been my favorite comedian actor.
Some artists depart this world too soon, leaving an empty space in our soul. Musicians, actors, comedians and other entertainers who bring our emotions out from within, are especially missed when they are taken from us. I miss comedians like John Candy, John Belushi, Robin Williams and others. Thank Goodness their performances live on so we can relive those moments over and over again. RIP Uncle Buck.
John Candy left us way too soon.
Yes he did. I was/am a huge John Candy fan. My mother called me at work when news hit that he died, I was so shocked, I had to leave work and I just sat in the car and wept.
Some of my favorite comics. Second City was terrific.
So what was the big secret? Personally I remember him best for Uncle Buck, Who's Harry Crumb, & Summer Rental. Splash, Delirious, Stripes, etc. are also memorable.
Eugene has yet to have his great villain moment. Not a comedic antagonist, but a straight-up dramatic one.
my Eldest sister Mary has the late and great John Candy autograph she met him in person said he was a sweetheart of guy very kind and polite I know any of his shows I laughed my butt off he was hilarious
I loved watching these 2 geniuses in SCTV. I still watch their skits. Bobby Bitman, Dr Tongue, Johnny LaRue, Earl C, William B…. So very very funny.
How did you forget about his classic role in "Stripes"? Also, is the narrator A.I.? Sure seems to be, especially in how he said Ackroyd. John left us way too early. It's a shame he let his weight get the best of him in the end. He was fantastic in every role taken, but more so for those films everyone remembers the most. BTW, this video is sort of clickbait since we never get to hear Eugene talk personal about him.
Absolute legend. RIP John.
RIP John, you were a favorite of mine and to this day I still miss you
I remember the day John Candy died. I was working in downtown Buffalo as a manager at a restaurant, and after work I'd go down the street a ways and have a couple of beers at a nearby bar before heading home, and the bartender told me about it. I was saddened then, and I'm still saddened. He was just awesome as an entertainer and a wonderful person from all I've heard and read.
John Candy was a comedy genius who died FAR TOO SOON! You are DEARLY MISSED JOHN!
The Great Outdoors with Aykroyd was my favorite Candy movie. classic. John filmed a part of Planes Trains and Automobiles in my small town, went to a local pizzeria late one night and put on a show for everybody there. hes missed..
A man who marries a Polish woman is definitely going to struggle with weight. Polish Catholic women cook up some amazing foods and desserts.
I loved John Candy in Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
[waking up after sharing the same bed on the motel]
Neal: Del... Why did you kiss my ear?
Del: Why are you holding my hand?
Neal: [frowns] Where's your other hand?
Del: Between two pillows...
Neal: Those aren't pillows!
[they both leap out of bed, screaming and shaking their hands in disgust]
To this day, Uncle Buck is one of my most favorite movies. In many ways, that movie mirrored my life. I'm the obnoxious uncle who means well but always seems to mess things up. Until it really matters.😊 Why do we always lose the great ones, too soon?
John candy made this world more tolerable with his honest humor!
my god, all these years and i just realized SCTV is Second City TV 😅😅😅
Very well done. I miss John. He was just a natural, heart warming guy in his films. True Canadian Icon.
I think Canadians feel like they're seeing family when they see the SCTV gang on screen - particularly when they're working together. At least, that's how I feel.
He brought this loveable but not mawkish way that not many actors can do. I'll always think of him most as Uncle Buck. He did die too young.