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Half Baked (1998)

“They'll do anything to save their best bud.”

6.3/10 · 675 votes 1h 22m r ComedyCrime

#89 of 123 films from 1998 #1868 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Tamra Davis · Written by Dave Chappelle, Neal Brennan

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Overview

Three lovable party buds try to bail their friend out of jail. But just when the guys have mastered a plan, everything comes dangerously close to going up in smoke.

Cast

Dave Chappelleas Thurgood Jenkins / Sir Smoke-a-Lot
Jim Breueras Brian
Harland Williamsas Kenny Davis
Guillermo Díazas Scarface
Rachel Trueas Mary Jane Potman
Tommy Chongas Squirrel Master
Clarence Williams IIIas Samson Simpson
Laura Silvermanas Jan
R.D. Reidas Scientist
R.D. Reidas Scientist
Gregg Rogellas Pothead
Kevin Brennanas Pothead
Alice Poonas Supply Clerk
Rick Demasas Nasty Nate

Facts

Release dateJanuary 16, 1998
Runtime82 min (1h 22m) — shorter as the 1998 average of 109 min
GenresComedy, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$8,000,000
Box office$17,460,020 (2.2× budget)
IMDbtt0120693

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Questions

How long is Half Baked?
Half Baked runs 82 minutes (1h 22m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Half Baked worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.3/10 across 675 votes, which places it #89 of 123 films released in 1998 in this index (top 28%) and #1868 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Half Baked?
Half Baked was directed by Tamra Davis. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Billy Madison (1995), Crossroads (2002).
Who stars in Half Baked?
Dave Chappelle as Thurgood Jenkins / Sir Smoke-a-Lot; Jim Breuer as Brian; Harland Williams as Kenny Davis; Guillermo Díaz as Scarface; Rachel True as Mary Jane Potman; Tommy Chong as Squirrel Master.
What is Half Baked rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Half Baked?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/16902.

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