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John Candy: The Lou Gehrig of Comedy
Season 3 · Episode 3

John Candy: The Lou Gehrig of Comedy

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood North · Knockabout Media

June 19, 202534m 36sExplicit

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Show Notes

As SNL takes off, the Second City crew launches SCTV, carving out their own place in sketch comedy history. Hollywood soon comes calling, and John Candy lands a coveted role in Steven Spielberg’s 1941—his first real taste of movie stardom. This is the moment Candy begins to bridge the gap between cult favourite and big-screen contender.


John Candy: The Lou Gehrig of Comedy is a series that honours the timeless humour and heartfelt performances of John Candy, star of hits like SplashPlanes, Trains and Automobiles, and Home Alone.


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