Cheech & Chong's Next Movie

Cheech & Chong's Next Movie, on Hollywood Suite Amazon Channel, does something a lot of comedies forget to: it's consistently funny. It says what it needs to say in one sitting, no filler. A 6/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Cheech Marin is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Put it on tonight on Hollywood Suite Amazon Channel and see for yourself.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, Cheech & Chong's Next Movie earns its spot. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Cheech & Chong's Next Movie from the crowd. Perennially stoned Cheech and Chong tear through the city of Los Angeles, causing trouble wherever they go. After Cheech loses his job, the two pot enthusiasts head to the welfare offices where Cheech's girlfriend, Donna, works. Instead of collecting unemployment, they find themselves thrown back on the streets, searching for a way to earn new income. Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong lead a cast that never overplays a joke. Cheech & Chong's Next Movie came out in 1980. The real test of any comedy is whether it is still funny once you know all the jokes, and Cheech & Chong's Next Movie holds up on rewatch in a way that separates it from one-off curiosities. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

For viewers who want something light without wanting something stupid, Cheech & Chong's Next Movie respects your intelligence. It does not lean on comparisons to make its case. The complete film is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Cheech Marin anchors an ensemble with real chemistry. Genuinely funny, consistently, across the whole run.

Cheech & Chong's Next Movie was released in 1980, directed by Tommy Chong. The full 99-minute film is available to watch now. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.