"Cheech & Chong's Last Movie" Trailer: Comedy's Iconic Stoners Take One Final Trip in New Documentary

Stoner comedy legends Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong reunite for this new hybrid retrospective documentary blending history, comedy, and never-before-seen footage.

The stoner comedy. There are many stars in Hollywood right now who owe their entire careers to this type of genre. Hell, there's even a whole section of successful musicians who fall under the stoner label. But while most of us take the “stoner comedy” for granted and think of it as merely a common subcategory in the entertainment industry, back in the early 1970s, during the height of the counterculture movement, the very thought of making light of something as serious as drug use—particularly smoking marijuana joints openly in public—was considered a salacious act. Perhaps even an unlawful act. Today, no one gives it a second thought. Hell, just the other day, Snoop Dogg asked a whole auditorium filled with some of Hollywood's biggest stars if anyone wanted to come up and smoke a bowl with him during his performance at the SNL 50 Concert. No one blinked an eye.

So, just imagine how long and winding the road has been for the legendary comedy duo Cheech & Chong, who are celebrating more than fifty years in the business. When they came onto the scene in the 70s, America wasn't necessarily prepared for what they were doing and what they would bring to the broader culture. And while sure, Cheech & Chong were able to find a devoted audience in underground comedy clubs, which eventually helped them to obtain a successful movie career, becoming cult icons in the process, they weren't fully accepted by the mainstream early on. They saw their fair share of legal trouble and a few close brushes with the law over the decades. Everything about them was revolutionary—their very essence was radical: two laid-back doofuses of a certain color who not only openly promoted marijuana culture but became the ideal image of hippie stoners.

There's not a depiction of stoners today that doesn't derive from Cheech & Chong and their groundbreaking comedy act. They are simply the originators. Beavis and Butt-Head wouldn't exist if it wasn't for Cheech & Chong. Jay and Silent Bob wouldn't exist if it wasn't for Cheech & Chong. Sean Penn's Jeff Spicoli from Fast Times at Ridgemont High! That character was merely riding the wave that Cheech & Chong created. And, let's be honest, Seth Rogen's entire f-ing career owes a great deal of gratitude to what Cheech & Chong revolutionized in Hollywood decades prior.

Now in their golden years, Cheech Marin, 78, and Tommy Chong, 86, have reunited once more. But sadly, it's their final road trip together. Because there's nothing in this world that lasts forever, and frankly, there's nothing more distressing than watching a couple of old stoners get behind the wheel of a car.

Cheech & Chong's Last Movie is a hybrid retrospective documentary that explores the history and legacy of Cheech & Chong's comedy career, blended with new skits featuring the legendary duo as they candidly reflect on their decades-long relationship—ups, downs, and all. Directed by David Bushell, the film showcases a treasure trove of archival footage, vintage photos, and never-before-seen videos, chronicling their journey from crafting their iconic act to becoming globally recognized comedy legends.

Naturally, the documentary will be opening in select theaters on Sunday, April 20th (“4.20 at 4:20pm”), followed by a wider theatrical release on Friday, April 25. So, remember to bring your favorite “bud.”

Watch the newly-released red band trailer, posted above.

Here's the official synopsis:

Cheech & Chong’s Last Movie defies documentary expectations, offering a wildly imaginative take on genre convention; a true-life tale told through a mix of animation and archival madness, all underscored by a classic cinematic road trip comedy. Tracing the enduring legacy of pioneering comics Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong, the film features interviews, sketches, and never-before-seen footage spanning the duo’s five-decade career. The result is an unlikely story of friendship and fame, turmoil and defiance, rebellion and ultimately – redemption.