Candyman (1992): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
Candyman is a 1992 horror thriller directed by Bernard Rose, starring Virginia Madsen, Xander Berkeley and Marianna Elliott. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes and earned $25.8 million worldwide. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Writing at the Saturn Awards 1993. Critics gave it 61 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10. Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Peacock, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 39m (99 min)
- Director
- Bernard Rose
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Hoyts Distribution
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Candyman About?
The premise of Candyman without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
While researching urban legends in Chicago, a graduate student investigates the local myth of Candyman, a vengeful spirit summoned by saying his name five times. Her investigation unwittingly awakens him, and she soon finds herself targeted by the terrifying entity. As Candyman's horrifying presence grows, she must confront the dark history behind the legend and fight to survive his wrath.
Candyman Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- urban legend
- urban decay
- legend
- mirror
- bee
- folklore
- ghetto
- character name as title
- female protagonist
- hook for a hand
- apartment
- false accusation of murder
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- accused of murder
- revenge
- gore
- graffiti
- fire
- supernatural serial killer
- abandoned apartment
- based on short story
- medicine cabinet
- housing project
- killing a dog
- disembodied voice
- telephone
- police
- escape
- slum
- baby
- serial killer
- frame up
- kidnapped baby
- college professor
- professor
- reincarnation
- hypnotism
- secret passageway
- looking at oneself in a mirror
- disguise
- race relations
- death of protagonist
- severed penis
- razor blade
- missing baby
- missing child
- adultery
- racial segregation
- segregation
- immolation
- racial discrimination
Where to Watch Candyman
Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Peacock, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Candyman Cast
Virginia Madsen leads the cast, with Xander Berkeley and Marianna Elliott. Directed by Bernard Rose; 9 actors are credited in all.
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Director Bernard Rose
Also Starring in Candyman
· 5 moreCandyman Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Candyman 61 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.
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IMDb 6.7 /10
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Metacritic 61 Metascore
User score 7.2
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Candyman Plot Summary
What happens in Candyman from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Helen Lyle, portrayed by Virginia Madsen, is a privileged young woman conducting research for her master’s thesis on contemporary folklore alongside her attentive friend Bernadette “Bernie” Walsh. She is married to the university professor Trevor Lyle, played by Xander Berkeley, yet their relationship is marred by Helen’s suspicions regarding his fidelity with a younger student. Their lives take a dark turn as Helen and Bernie explore urban legend stories, one particularly chilling tale about Candyman, a mythical figure known for his lethal hook-hand and the curse associated with saying his name five times while looking in a mirror.
Full summary
The whole story of Candyman, scene by scene
Candyman Box Office
Candyman grossed $25.8 million worldwide. $25.8 million came from the US and Canada and $3,587 (0%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$25.8M
- US & Canada
- $25.8M
- International
- $3.6K
Candyman Awards & Nominations
Candyman earned 1 award nomination, including Best Writing at the Saturn Awards 1993.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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Saturn Awards 1993 1 nomination- Nominated Best Writing
Candyman Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 clip.
- Clip Helen's Haunting Revenge - Full Ending
How Well Do You Know Candyman?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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What is the main subject of Helen's master's thesis?
Cars in Candyman
5 cars on screen, including the 1990 Ford Festiva and the 1976 Volkswagen Convertible Typ 1.
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1990 Ford Festiva Minor role -
1976 Volkswagen Convertible Typ 1 Minor role -
Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine Background role -
1986 Chevrolet Celebrity Background role
Candyman Also Known As
26 alternative titles, including “Candyman : Le Spectre Maléfique” and “El Dominio de la Mente”.
- Also known as
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- Candyman : Le Spectre Maléfique
- El Dominio de la Mente
- Кэндимен
- Кондитер
- Κάντιμαν
- Clive Barker's Candyman
- Candyman, el dominio de la mente
- Candyman's Fluch
- Candyman - Terrore dietro lo specchio
- Şeker Adam'ın Laneti
- O Assassino em Série
- Candyman: El dominio de la mente
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- Kampókéz
- 糖果人
- קנדימן
- Кэндимэн
- O Mistério de Candyman
- 캔디맨
- El Misterio de Candyman
- Кендімен
- 腥風怒吼
- مرد آبنباتی
- キャンディマン
- เคาะนรก 5 ครั้ง วิญญาณไม่เรียกกลับ
- Sát Nhân Trong Gương, ქენდიმენი
- Кендимен
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Movies Like Candyman
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Candyman, Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh and Candyman: Day of the Dead.
Candyman FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and awards of Candyman, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Candyman?
Candyman runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).
When was Candyman released?
Candyman was released on October 16, 1992.
Who directed Candyman?
Candyman was directed by Bernard Rose.
More films by Bernard Rose Who is in the cast of Candyman?
Candyman stars Virginia Madsen, Xander Berkeley and Marianna Elliott, among 9 credited actors.
Where can I watch Candyman?
In the US, Candyman is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Peacock and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Candyman make at the box office?
Candyman grossed $25.8 million worldwide ($25.8 million domestic, $3,587 international).
How is Candyman rated?
Candyman has 6.7/10 on IMDb and 61 on Metacritic.
Was Candyman nominated for any awards?
Candyman received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
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