Camp Candy

Camp Candy (1989-1991)

EndedAnimation showComedy, Children

Camp Candy is an animated show, it is set in a fictional summer camp run by John Candy.

Almost all episodes would begin where John Candy would be trying to show an outdoor skill to some kids, to which he would then say it reminded him of a story, where he would tell of the episode in narration. John was a dedicated leader of Camp Candy, a summer camp that is presumably built by him, and he tries to get various kids to get along.

Network
Scheduleevery Saturday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E14Scare Packagejanv. 19, 1991
S02E13Jokers of the Wild/Uncle Rexiedéc. 1, 1990
S02E12One Million Years B.C.nov. 24, 1990
S02E11Candy and the Ants/Smart Moose, Foolish Choicesnov. 17, 1990
S02E10Robin's Arknov. 10, 1990
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Camp Candy premiere?

Camp Candy premiered on September 9, 1989.

Who created Camp Candy?

Camp Candy was created by comedian John Candy, Michael Landon Jr., and Eugene Levy.

Who did John Candy voice in Camp Candy?

John Candy voiced the character of "Uncle" John Candy, the director of the summer camp.

What was the name of the camp in Camp Candy?

The name of the summer camp in Camp Candy was "Camp Candy".

What type of activities did the campers engage in at Camp Candy?

The campers at Camp Candy engaged in a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, swimming, and canoeing.

Who were some of the other voice actors on Camp Candy?

Other voice actors on Camp Candy included Danny Mann, Gail Matthius, and Lewis Arquette.

How many episodes of Camp Candy were produced?

27 episodes of Camp Candy were produced.

Did Camp Candy win any awards during its run?

Camp Candy did not win any major awards during its run.

Was Camp Candy targeted towards a specific age group?

Camp Candy was primarily targeted towards children, but it also had a following among adults who appreciated John Candy's humor.

Where was Camp Candy set?

Camp Candy was set in an unnamed forest in North America.

Was Camp Candy a popular show during its original run?

Camp Candy had a modest following during its original run, but it was not as popular as other Saturday morning cartoons of the time.

Did Camp Candy have a theme song?

Yes, Camp Candy had a theme song that was performed by John Candy himself.

What was the plot of the average episode of Camp Candy?

The average episode of Camp Candy revolved around Uncle John Candy and his efforts to keep his summer camp running smoothly despite various challenges and mishaps.

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