Calling all stoners! The ultimate ’70s stoner comedy, Up in Smoke, is screening at 4:20 p.m. on 4/20. Co-directed by Lou Adler and Tommy Chong and written by Cheech Marin and Chong, the story follows two stoner musicians—Pedro DePacas (Marin) and Anthony “Man” Stoner (Chong)—who unknowingly smuggle a van made entirely of weed from Mexico to Los Angeles with a bumbling policeman, Sgt. Stedenko (Stacy Keach), in pursuit.
UP IN SMOKE
What’s it rated? R
When? 1978
Where’s it showing? Bay Theatre, Monday, April 20 (doors at 3:20, show at 4:20 p.m.; $17.91 at my805tix.com)
“It’s high time for a celebration! The Rock Community Radio is stoked to announce a totally lit fundraiser screening of the ultimate stoner classic,” the station announced. “We’re rolling out the green carpet on Monday, April 20, at the groovy Bay Theatre in Morro Bay for an afternoon that promises to be a joint effort to support local radio. In true 4/20 fashion, we’re opening the doors at 3:20 p.m. so you can mellow out and grab some refreshments before the show sparks up at exactly 4:20 p.m. Every single dime raised goes directly to keeping The Rock Community Radio on the airwaves, so you can feel good while you’re feeling good.”
A costume contest, raffle, and beer and wine will also be on hand. Don’t go “straight” to the theater. (86 min.) ∆
This article appears in April 9-16, 2026.