Candyman (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1992, Candyman is a thriller, drama and horror film directed by Bernard Rose, running about 100 minutes. “You don't have to believe... just beware.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Candyman, a murderous soul with a hook for a hand, is accidentally summoned to reality by a skeptic grad student researching the monster's myth.
Who’s in it. Candyman stars Virginia Madsen as Helen Lyle, Tony Todd as Candyman / Daniel Robitaille, Xander Berkeley as Trevor Lyle and Kasi Lemmons as Bernadette 'Bernie' Walsh, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Candyman has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $25.8M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Candyman page.
If you liked it. Fans of Candyman tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Candyman (1992)?
- In US, Candyman is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Candyman worth watching?
- Candyman holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Candyman?
- Candyman stars Virginia Madsen, Tony Todd, Xander Berkeley, Kasi Lemmons and Vanessa Williams.
- When was Candyman released?
- Candyman was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.