Since time immemorial, . Naturally, this holy arrangement engendered the rise of stoner films, which are movies that generally feature laid-back, or and tend to find themselves in hilariously outlandish situations. These films are known for their counter-culture attitude, adventurous storylines, and liberal depiction of mind-altering substances. .

Among these films are stories that are bizarre and outlandish and characters who are, for the most part, . From the madness of to the laid-back buddy antics of , this list ranks the all-time best stoner films.

"I figure if I study high, take the test high, get high scores." This is the mantra of underachieving stoners Silas () and Jamal (), who, after smoking a batch of magical marijuana, are given the answers to a college admission exam by their deceased friend Ivory (). , where the two hilariously clash with the university's uptight culture and faculty in 's .

How High is a film that fully embraces the absurdity of its premise by pairing supernatural weed logic with slapstick over-the-top college satire. The chemistry between one of the most iconic duos in stoner history is undeniable, as Meth and Redman find themselves in a series of hilarious situations. From pulling pranks and developing a truth serum, to an attempt at smoking a dead person with the intent of acquiring their knowledge, . It's no wonder How High remains a must-watch film for science expert .

After getting baked, straight-laced investment banker Harold Lee () and his laidback stoner pal Kumar Patel () see an enticing advertisement for White Castle. Naturally, . But the two men find that satisfying their munchy craving is not as easy as it seems in 's .

Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle is one of the all-time best stoner movies because. Any stoner worth the paper they roll up with has a surreal story about a time they went out for a fast-food run only to confront the deepest mysteries of the universe. Harold and Kumar's munchy run spirals into an odyssey of cheetahs, gunshot surgeries, campus police, and hitchhikers on ecstasy. , catch in one of his funniest early roles. With its over-the-top episodic structure and unforgettable cameos, Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle is a classic in the pantheon of stoner flicks.

Craig Jones () and his friend Smokey () are just two unemployed slackers living in South Central Los Angeles. Craig doesn't really smoke weed, but Smokey assures him that since it's Friday, and "he ain't got no job," he's going to get him high. Unfortunately for Craig and Smokey, , Big Worm. marks Cube's first foray into film, and is a cult classic that inspired an entire franchise.

Friday's a stoner classic that was written to counter the violent portrayals of hood films, and is a personal film that draws on Cube and DJ Pooh's own experiences. . Most people who grew up with this film have heard quotes like "Bye Felicia", or Smokey's exuberant "You just got knocked the **** out", repeated by one person or another. Deebo () of the '90s, and with the in development, there's no better time to give Friday another watch.

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas is a 1998 black comedy adventure film based on the novel of the same name by. What begins as a journey to cover the Mint 400 Motorcycle Race swiftly as journalists Raol Duke () and his lawyer Dr. Gonzo () indulges in everything from hash to adrenochrome.

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas is without a doubt one of the wildest films ever directed. Depp's transformation into Thompson remains one of his greatest acting achievements, and with a co-star as phenomenal as Del Toro, who's completely uninhibited in as the drug-addled Dr. Gonzo, . The film is a merry-go-round of psychedelic madness that features numerous depictions of the character's experiences under the influence of a variety of drugs, including an acid-fueled encounter with reptilian bar patrons, and a nightmarish scene involving adrenochrome. Each scene is rendered in vivid detail, making the entire film feel like one long fever dream. For stoners who appreciate a film that's a little edgier, Fear and Loathing is essential.

Jane F. () is a slacker and former economics major who loves her mattress, root beer, and, of course, getting baked. She hangs out taking bong rips, and collecting money for unemployment and a recent commercial she did. Her life is pretty chill. But things take a turn for the worse when Jane gets high and eats her creepy roommate's () cupcakes which, unbeknownst to her, were baked with weed as well. Realizing her roommate is likely to kill her if she doesn't replace the cupcakes, in 's stoner classic .

Faris is at the height of her comedic powers in as the hopelessly blasted Jane F. who manages to screw up even the simplest of tasks. for any viewer who has ever felt the unforgiving wrath of an edible that was too powerful. Each scene captures the paranoia and disorientation of being two high. From beginning to end, Smiley Face delivers a series of some of the funniest scenes in the history of stoner cinema. One of the best scenes of the film features a hysterical monologue from Jane, who considers putting a portrait of President Garfield in her home in honor of her love of lasagna, which is precisely the type of high idea one would have under the influence of a dozen weed cupcakes.

is 'ssophomore film, and a classic stoner . It follows a group of Texas teenagers on the last day of school in 1976 as they navigate house parties, hazing rituals, and the aimless thrill of summer freedom. The ensemble cast features , , and in his breakthrough role as David Wooderson, a character who was partially inspired by McConaughey's fascination with legendary Doors frontman, .

There simply aren't many coming-of-age films that capture the freedom, rebellion, and looseness of high school summer break like Dazed and Confused does. . This is one of the all-time best stoner movies because it's funny, laidback, and has just the right amount of nostalgia to take viewers on a smooth trip down memory lane. The film's cast of burnouts, slackers, and mellow pacing, coupled with a killer soundtrackand solidify Dazed and Confused's position on the Mount Rushmore of stoner cinema.

Stoner roommates and lifelong friends Thurgood Marshall (), Scarface (), Kenny (), and Brian () share an apartment together in New York City where they hang out after work and take turns hitting the bong. But one night after a smoking session, Kenny, . This tragic misstep lands Kenny in jail and forces the rest of the gang to sell weed to make bail for their imprisoned buddy in .

, and before , Chappelle starred in one of the greatest stoner films of all time. . It's probably one of the dumbest movies you will ever watch. But that's what makes it hysterically funny. Breuer's portrayal of the perpetually tatered Brian is one of the funniest performances in any stoner film, and Chappelle flawlessly balances two performances as the laid-back, big-hearted Thurgoood Marshall, and the zany, tortured hip-hop star Sir Smokealot. Half Baked includes a slew of awesome cameos from to , and it's a film that's endlessly quotable. Burners interested in a gut-busting comedy that they can kick back and hit the Billy Bong Thornton too, should look no further; Half Baked is where it's at.

Up in Smoke was and 'sfirst film together, a stoner buddy comedy written by the two comedians and directed by Lou Adler. This seminal stoner film follows Pedro (Marin) and Man (Chong) as. Along the way, the two men find themselves in a series of hijinks that include jamming out with punk rockers, dodging cops, and, of course, smoking plenty of that sweet cheeba.

Marin and Chong are trailblazers (excuse the pun) who created a stoner cinema classic that paved the way for all the stoner films that would follow. , especially marijuana-related, and its anarchic and carefree tone. Cheech and Chong's onscreen chemistry is undeniable as they effortlessly capture the stoner mindset through theirhilarious stream-of-consciousness anticsthat find them flowing from one bizarre scene to the next. Whether they're getting pulled over by the cops or jamming it out in an unexpected battle of the bands, these guys keep the laughs coming in. , and its influence on the culture is impossible to calculate, and it remains a must-see for any stoner.

is a buddy stoner comedy film written by and , and directed by . The film follows process server and marijuana enthusiast, Dale Denton (Rogen), and his dealer, bonafide burner, Saul Silver (), who are forced to run away from hitmen and a violent drug kingpin after they mistakenly witness a murder.

Pineapple Express was essentially Up in Smoke for the millennial generation. This is a modern classic in the catalog of films to burn a blunt to. Rogen, as always, brings his A-game to the film in the role of a panicked Dale Denton who's desperately trying to keep it together while evading the ruthless kingpin Ted Jones (). His chemistry with Franco, who plays a dealer who's permanently zonked, offers one of the funniest dynamics to witness on a screen. and likewise add so much to this already hilarious film. , and earned its spot as one of the greatest stoner flicks of all time.

The Big Lebowski follows the life of Jeffrey "The Dude" Lebowski (Jeff Bridges), a slacker stoner in sunny Los Angeles who really likes bowling. The Dude is a laid-back guy who spends most of his time drinking white Russians, smoking J's, and bowling with his friends Walter (John Goodman) and Donny (Steve Buscemi). The Dude's life is suddenly upturned when a case of mistaken identity places him at the center of a dangerous and unpredictable kidnapping situation involving everything from nihilists, mercenaries, and an eccentric artist to a wealthy porn producer.

The Coen Brothers masterpiece is one of the funniest and most iconic stoner flicks of all time, and it remains heavily quoted today. The Dude has reached nearly messianic levels of awesome within the slacker and stoner subcultures. The Dude is such an inspirational figure that there's even a religion based on his philosophy, aptly called "Dudeism", which has inspired countless individuals to "take it easy" and "abide". Goodman's portrayal of the short-tempered Walter also features some of the funniest and most unforgettable character work in recent film history; it also enacts a subtle critique of the US involvement in the Gulf War. With a stellar supporting cast that includes Julianne Moore as the strikingly eccentric artist Maude Lebowski, and Philip Seymour Hoffman as the hilariously awkward Brandt, The Big Lebowski boasts what's arguably the greatest cast of characters in stoner film history. Although it's difficult to choose which is the greatest stoner film of all time, it would be difficult to argue against The Big Lebowski. But of course, that's just like, our opinion, man.

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