Grass: Weed documentary classics, history from prohibition to legalization – Film

Grass is not a comedy, but a documentary about the history of cannabis – from criminalization to legalization in the US states. The whole thing is narrated by Woody Harrelson, who perfectly guides us through the absurd journey of drug policy. If you want to understand how weed has been demonized for decades, this is the film for you. Back to: The best stoner movies.

Grass: History from prohibition to legalization

The documentary shows how cannabis laws in North America have changed over the decades. From the scaremongering of the 1930s to modern legalization movements. The whole thing is told with lots of archive material, humor and commentary. Despite the serious subject matter, the tone remains pleasantly light-hearted.

5 facts about the classic documentary

Here are 5 quick facts about the classic documentary

  1. Released in 1999, directed by Ron Mann
  2. Narrator: Hollywood star Woody Harrelson
  3. Shows real campaigns against cannabis
  4. Look at the USA & Canada, movie tip Kid Cannabis
  5. Often shown in connection with legalization debates

Trailer of the movie Grass

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What is Grass like? Rating

Here is our rating for Grass:

  • Documentary ⭐⭐⭐⭐
  • Info ⭐⭐⭐⭐
  • Humor ⭐⭐

Leading actor: Woody Harrelson narrates

Woody Harrelson narrates the entire documentary. He is not only known from series and Hollywood films, but is also a cannabis activist himself. His voice perfectly combines seriousness and irony. And yes: he knows a thing or two about the subject.

Harrelson is an actor, activist and long-time supporter of cannabis legalization. He reads the commentary with dry humor, but also palpable anger at political arbitrariness. Many viewers know him from “True Detective” or “Natural Born Killers“. In this role, he convinces with his voice instead of his acting.

  • Hollywood star & activist
  • Perfect narrator for the topic

Woody about Work & Weed

Alternative documentaries with a similar style

Anyone looking for similar documentaries can take a look at these titles. They deal with similar topics and are also produced to a high standard. The Union” in particular has cult status in the scene. It also contains a lot of politics, history and opinion.

The Union (2007) Documentary

The Culture High (2014)

Trailer with Wiz Khalifa. Here you can find the whole documentary: The Culture High for free.

Similar movies & series? Tips

Grass is a real exception among cannabis films – serious, informative and visually exciting. If you liked that, here are two more tips with a completely different, but also worthwhile style.

How High: Weed, university & ghost weed

In How High, two guys smoke weed with a ghost effect and end up at the elite Harvard University. A totally crazy story with hip-hop power. Redman & Method Man in top form.

Movies with cannabis: List

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