A Love Letter To Handsome John

A Love Letter To Handsome John (2026)



10.0 2026 54 min —

Director: Otis Gibbs

Cast: Todd Snider

Documentary
A deeply personal look at Todd Snider during his final year alive. What begins as a heartfelt tribute—a way to express gratitude to John Prine—unfolds into a rare, intimate window into the artist’s private world, capturing his stillest, most vulnerable moments at home.

More About This Film

A Love Letter To Handsome John is a 2026 documentary by singer-songwriter and filmmaker Otis Gibbs. The film offers an intimate portrait of Todd Snider during the final year of his life, beginning as a project about gratitude and John Prine and evolving into a deeply personal record of Snider himself.

The documentary captures Snider away from the stage, focusing on quiet moments, conversation, friendship, and artistic legacy. It was released through a grassroots theatrical tour before moving toward a free online release, reflecting Gibbs's deliberately independent approach.

  • Otis Gibbs directed the documentary.
  • Todd Snider is the central subject.
  • The film runs approximately 54 minutes.
  • It premiered in March 2026 and received a limited theatrical release in April.
  • Gibbs announced that Patreon supporters would receive early access before the film became free on YouTube in July 2026.

Where to Watch

A Love Letter To Handsome John was distributed through grassroots screenings and is now available through the filmmaker's online channels.