COLUMN: Best Stoner Movies You Need to Watch This Year

Best Stoner Movies You Need to Watch This Year

These days, a lot of people are stuck at home due to social distancing. While it might be a dream for some of us, it's clearly not for everyone. If you are a typical stoner who's looking for ways to keep yourself entertained and ease anxiety, a good stoner movie won't disappoint. To help you narrow down your list, here are the best pot-themed movies recommended by American Marijuana you might want to check out:

1. Pineapple Express

This one's a classic stoner movie. Starring James Franco and Seth Rogen, it follows the story of two lazy stoners who found themselves in trouble after witnessing a murder while high on Pineapple Express, a new strain of weed. The movie is quite relatable. You'll find the chaotic energy of the duo entertaining and enjoyable.

2. Ted

Despite involving a teddy bear coming to life, this movie isn’t a children's Christmas film. It's about the adventures of John (played by Mark Wahlberg) and his friend Ted (voiced by Seth MacFarlane). The movie is ridiculously funny. Despite that, its consistent storyline is impressive. The writer did an excellent job of defying the classic stoner genre.

3. Dude, Where's My Car?

Directed by Danny Leiner, this 2000 American stoner movie follows the story of two best friends who couldn't remember where they parked their car after a night of drugs and heavy drinking. Despite reviewers claiming that the movie isn't funny and that it feels more like a TV sitcom, it still had a pretty solid opening. In fact, it was able to hit $13.8 million on its opening weekend.

4. The Legend of 420

This film is a highly informational documentary that takes a lighter look at something people take too seriously. It shows the many wonderful benefits and uses of cannabis while sharing an in-depth look at the current landscape of cannabis.

5. Disjointed

If you’re not into movies, there are sites that allow you to download series like Disjointed. This original Netflix film about stoners is truly for stoners. It's a comedy series that puts the spotlight on a Californian weed dispensary and the people who work in it. Apart from the trippy graphics, it also has endless pot jokes. This is definitely something you should watch while high.

6. Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay

If you've seen Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle, you'd find this second installment enjoyable. It continues where the duo left off in the first movie.

After flying off to Amsterdam, the two were mistaken for terrorists and imprisoned. They ended up finding themselves caught in a series of funny misadventures as they try to escape from the Guantanamo Bay detention camp. This 2008 stoner film features Kal Penn and Harold Lee.

Final Thoughts

Quarantine and the pandemic have made this year a bit harder for most of us. Fortunately, with these movies, you can keep yourself entertained for hours. There's nothing wrong with taking the time to relax and enjoy a good movie, particularly with how stressful things are these days.