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Up in Smoke (1978)

โ€œIt will make you feel VERY funny!โ€

6.6/10 ยท 647 votes 1h 26m r ComedyAdventure

#18 of 26 films from 1978 #1455 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Lou Adler ยท Written by Tommy Chong, Cheech Marin

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Overview

An unemployed pot-smoking slacker and amateur drummer, Anthony Stoner ditches his strict parents and hits the road, eventually meeting kindred spirit Pedro de Pacas. While the drug-ingesting duo is soon arrested for possession of marijuana, Anthony and Pedro get released on a technicality, allowing them to continue their many misadventures and ultimately compete in a rock band contest, where they perform the raucous tune "Earache My Eye."

Cast

Cheech Marinas Pedro
Tommy Chongas Man
Edie Adamsas Tempest Stoner
Harold Fongas Chauffeur
Strother Martinas Mr. Stoner
Richard Novoas Richard
Louisa Moritzas Gloria
Jane Moderas Jail Bait
Pam Billeas Jail Bait
Stacy Keachas Sergeant Stedenko
Arthur Robertsas Arresting Officer
Tom Skerrittas Strawberry
Cheryl Smithas Laughing Lady
Marian Beeleras Judge Gladys Dykes

Facts

Release dateSeptember 15, 1978
Runtime86 min (1h 26m) โ€” shorter as the 1978 average of 111 min
GenresComedy, Adventure
LanguageEN
Box office$41,590,893
IMDbtt0078446

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Questions

How long is Up in Smoke?
Up in Smoke runs 86 minutes (1h 26m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Up in Smoke worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 647 votes, which places it #18 of 26 films released in 1978 in this index (top 35%) and #1455 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Up in Smoke?
Up in Smoke was directed by Lou Adler.
Who stars in Up in Smoke?
Cheech Marin as Pedro; Tommy Chong as Man; Edie Adams as Tempest Stoner; Harold Fong as Chauffeur; Strother Martin as Mr. Stoner; Richard Novo as Richard.
What is Up in Smoke rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Up in Smoke?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/78645.

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