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Where to stream stoner movies
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Streaming platforms have something for everyone this Easter weekend, including stoner classics available to watch on 4/20, the unofficial weed holiday.
What we're watching: Catch everything from Cheech and Chong to Harold and Kumar on Prime Video, Netflix, Peacock, Max, Paramount+, Tubi and Pluto TV.
"Pineapple Express," on Prime Video
- This Golden Globe-nominated film packs a star-studded cast including Seth Rogen, James Franco, Gary Cole, Rosie Perez, Craig Robinson and Danny McBride.
"Up In Smoke," on Paramount+ and Pluto TV
- Credited as the genesis of the genre, this movie from comedy duo Cheech and Chong was selected for preservation by the Library of Congress.
"How High," on Tubi
- This buddy comedy starring rappers Method Man and Redman follow two high school students who (with help from a deceased friend) get scholarships to Harvard.
"Half Baked," on Peacock
- Written by and starring Dave Chappelle, this film follows three guys trying to raise bail money for their friend serving jail-time for killing a police horse.
"Mac & Devin Go to High School," on Netflix, Prime Video and Peacock
- Rapper Wiz Khalifa plays a star pupil who tries to help a 15th-year senior (played by Snoop Dogg) graduate from high school.
"Friday," on Netflix and Max
- Driving the news: New Line Cinema and Ice Cube closed a deal to bring another sequel to this comedy franchise.
"Smiley Face," on Tubi
- Anna Faris and John Krasinski star in this comedy about an actress trying to make it to her audition after consuming cannabis-laced cupcakes.
"Harold & Kumar Go To White Castle," on Peacock
- This cult classic follows two New Jersey roommates (played by John Cho and Kal Penn) who face a bevy of obstacles during their journey to White Castle.
"Dude, Where's My Car?" on digital
- This movie about a pair of buddies who don't remember what they did last night is available to rent or buy on Prime Video, Apple TV, YouTube and Google Play.
