The Best Stoner Films To Watch On Your Next Movie Night

HALF BAKED BY TAMRA DAVIS (1998)

Dave Chappelle, Guillermo Díaz, and Jim Breuer make Half Baked a standout comedy. Their characters come up with a plan to sell herbs so they can raise enough money to bail a mate out of jail. What you get is a fast-paced, ridiculous film packed with one-liners you’ll probably still be quoting long after it ends.

The charm comes from how over-the-top it gets. Every scene pulls the group into stranger situations, but the humour always comes back to their friendship. If you want your next movie night to feel easy and full of laughs without anything too serious, you’ll enjoy this one.

SMILEY FACE BY GREGG ARAKI (2007)

Anna Faris shines as Jane, a young woman who accidentally eats too many herb-infused cupcakes. From there, her day unravels into disasters involving her flatmate, unpaid bills, and messy casting calls. John Krasinski and Adam Brody add to the mess in hilarious ways.

What makes this film worth adding to your list is its female lead in a genre that’s usually male-dominated. With Faris driving the chaos, Smiley Face stands out as a quirky, memorable entry that’s easy to enjoy whenever you want light, offbeat comedy.

PINEAPPLE EXPRESS BY DAVID GORDON GREEN (2008)

For a stoner comedy that takes the genre up a notch, add Pineapple Express to your list. The film pairs Seth Rogen and James Franco as two mismatched friends who find themselves on the run after stumbling into a crime. It stands out because it blends slapstick comedy with blockbuster-style action, giving you a fun option to add to your watchlist.

FEAR AND LOATHING IN LAS VEGAS BY TERRY GILLIAM (1998)

If you want your movie night to feel intense and surreal, try Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. Johnny Depp stars as Raoul Duke, a journalist on a drug-fuelled trip across Las Vegas, with Benicio del Toro and Tobey Maguire adding to the madness.

The film is bizarre, visually striking, and filled with over-the-top moments. It’s not a straight comedy, but it’s become one of the boldest stoner films ever made and an experience worth watching at least once.

DAZED AND CONFUSED BY RICHARD LINKLATER (1993)

Dazed and Confused takes you straight into the last day of high school in the 1970s. With Jason London, Wiley Wiggins, and a young Matthew McConaughey leading the cast, you watch a group of teens drink, smoke, and welcome summer with one big night of freedom.

This classic is worth watching because it captures the spirit and fun of youth in a way that still resonates. With timeless humour and the kind of story that never gets old, it’s become a staple on every stoner movie list.

THE BIG LEBOWSKI BY JOEL AND ETHAN COEN (1998)

In The Big Lebowski, Jeff Bridges plays “The Dude,” a laid-back guy who’d rather spend his time bowling than deal with life’s problems. His quiet routine changes when a case of mistaken identity pulls him into a bizarre kidnapping plot.

You’ll want this on your watchlist because it’s hilarious, odd in the best way, and endlessly quotable. It’s become a cult classic for a reason and still feels fresh every time you watch it.

FRIDAY BY F. GARY GRAY (1995)

Friday shows you a single day with two friends, played by Ice Cube and Chris Tucker, as they deal with money problems, a bully, and the ups and downs of their neighbourhood. To balance out the laughs, Nia Long adds a touch of romance that makes the story even more enjoyable.

If you’re planning your next movie night, this one works perfectly because it feels like hanging out with friends. The jokes hit hard, but underneath it all, it’s about everyday life, which is why it’s still one of the most talked-about stoner comedies.

HAROLD & KUMAR GO TO WHITE CASTLE BY DANNY LEINER (2004)

With Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle, you get John Cho and Kal Penn as two friends who turn a simple burger run into a night of chaos, complete with wild encounters and a hilarious appearance by Neil Patrick Harris. It’s a film that broke stereotypes while delivering laugh-out-loud comedy, and it still holds up as a modern stoner classic you’ll want on your movie night list.

EASY RIDER BY DENNIS HOPPER (1969)

Easy Rider is a film you’ll want to check out if you’re curious about where stoner cinema got its roots. Dennis Hopper, Peter Fonda, and Jack Nicholson take you on a road trip across America that starts with a drug deal and becomes a journey about freedom.

Your movie night lineup isn’t complete without a classic like this. It’s not heavy on jokes, but it captures the rebellion and counterculture of the late 1960s in a way that still feels relevant today.