Cannabis culture has gained mainstream acceptance and popularity in recent years, so it's no surprise that it has made its way onto television.
From comedies to dramas, there are now plenty of TV shows that feature cannabis as a central theme or weave it into their characters' storylines.
In this article, we highlight eleven of the best cannabis-inspired TV shows. Whether you're a fan of cannabis or simply looking for a good show to watch, these series offer a unique and entertaining perspective on cannabis culture.
Best cannabis inspired TV shows
Cooked With Cannabis (2020)
NetflixWhile cooking shows like MasterChef might not be your cup of tea, Cooked with Cannabis is a cannabis cooking competition on Netflix, hosted by weed enthusiast and singer Kelis.
Different chefs compete to impress the host and special guests with meals infused with THC and CBD. Guests include rappers El-P and Too $hort, Top Chef winner Michael Voltaggio, Insecure actress Amanda Seales, NBA veterans John Salley and Nate Robinson, former talk-show host Ricki Lake, and RuPaul's Drag Race runner-up Alaska Thunderfuck.
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Bong Appétit (2016 – 2019)
VicelandBong Appétit explored the intersection of food and cannabis culture. Chefs, mixologists and other food and drink experts used cannabis as a key ingredient in their dishes and drinks.
The show aired on Viceland from December 2016 to June 2019, over three seasons. Abdullah Saeed, a cannabis expert and former Vice editor, hosted the first two seasons. In the third, retitled Bong Appétit: Cook Off, Cypress Hill's B-Real joined Vanessa Lavorato and chef Miguel Trinidad as host and judges in a competition format.
It was known for its vibrant visual style and its focus on the creative and culinary possibilities of cannabis.
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High Maintenance (2016 – 2020)
HBOHigh Maintenance began in 2012 as a web series on Vimeo, created by Ben Sinclair and Katja Blichfeld. HBO picked it up in 2015, and the HBO series premiered in September 2016. It follows a Brooklyn cannabis delivery man known only as “The Guy”, who makes his rounds to a variety of clients across the city.
Each episode focuses on a different character or group of characters and explores the ways cannabis intersects with their lives. Critics praised its smart writing, strong performances and nuanced portrayal of the diverse, complex lives of its characters. The web series won a Writers Guild of America award in 2015.
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The High Court (2017)
Comedy CentralThe High Court with Doug Benson premiered on Comedy Central in February 2017. Comedian Doug Benson presided over a series of comic “trials”, in which people brought their cannabis-related grievances to be settled.
Cases ranged from roommates arguing over who was responsible for the stash to friends disputing who had the right to a particular strain. The show was known for its irreverent humour and lighthearted take on a sometimes serious topic.
It ran for a single season of 20 episodes and received mixed reviews. Some critics praised the concept and Benson's affable hosting, while others found the format repetitive and the jokes hit-or-miss. Despite its short run, it remains a memorable entry in cannabis-themed television.
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Weediquette (2016 – 2017)
VicelandWeediquette aired on Viceland from 2016 to 2017. It was hosted by Krishna Andavolu and explored how cannabis is changing society, culture and politics around the world.
Each episode tackled a different part of the industry or culture, with interviews with experts, activists and everyday people. Topics included the science behind cannabis, the business of legal cannabis, and the ongoing fight for legalisation and reform.
Critics praised its informative, thought-provoking approach and well-researched content.
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Disjointed (2017 – 2018)
NetflixDisjointed aired on Netflix from 2017 to 2018. It was created by Chuck Lorre and David Javerbaum and starred Kathy Bates as Ruth Whitefeather Feldman, the owner of a medical cannabis dispensary in Los Angeles.
The show followed the day-to-day running of Ruth's dispensary and the lives of her employees, and was known for its irreverent humour and its take on the challenges and absurdities of running a legal cannabis business.
Reviews were mixed. Some critics praised the strong cast and clever writing, while others found the humour hit-or-miss and the storylines predictable. Despite its lukewarm reception, it's still an entertaining watch.
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Weeds (2005 – 2012)
ShowtimeWeeds aired on Showtime from 2005 to 2012. Created by Jenji Kohan, it follows suburban widow Nancy Botwin, who starts selling cannabis to support her family after her husband's untimely death.
The show is set in the fictional California suburb of Agrestic and follows Nancy as she juggles single motherhood with life as a dealer. Over the series, her business becomes increasingly complicated, and she has to deal with a variety of dangerous and difficult situations.
Weeds was known for its dark humour, complex characters and compelling storylines. Star Mary-Louise Parker won a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy, and the show was nominated for the Golden Globe for Best Television Series, Musical or Comedy, as well as for Emmy Awards.
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Chopped 420 (2021)
Discovery+Chopped 420 is a cannabis-themed spin-off of Food Network's Chopped. It premiered on Discovery+ on 20 April 2021 and is hosted by comedian Ron Funches.
Four skilled chefs compete through appetiser, entrée and dessert rounds, using cannabis, THC and CBD alongside a mystery basket of ingredients. The series explores the different ways cannabis can be used in cooking, along with its medicinal properties and the effects it can have, and comedic segments show how the food affects the judges.
It marked the first time cannabis was used in the Chopped franchise.
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Martha & Snoop's Potluck Dinner Party (2016 – 2020)
VH1Martha & Snoop's Potluck Dinner Party paired two unlikely friends, lifestyle icon Martha Stewart and rapper Snoop Dogg, as hosts of a weekly celebrity dinner party. It aired on VH1 from November 2016 to February 2020, over three seasons and 40 episodes.
Think of it as a cooking show meets stoner buddy comedy. Martha brings the recipes and Snoop brings the laid-back humour, with guests ranging from musicians to actors, and plenty of cannabis jokes along the way. In the third season it became a team competition.
The show was a ratings hit for VH1, and Stewart and Snoop's friendship became the heart of it. It was nominated for an Emmy in 2017 for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality Competition Program.
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Trailer Park Boys
CanadaTrailer Park Boys is a Canadian mockumentary comedy that offers a hilariously exaggerated look at the lives of three friends, Ricky, Julian and Bubbles, who live in the fictional Sunnyvale Trailer Park.
The show follows their farcical schemes, comical run-ins with law enforcement and dysfunctional relationships with their neighbours. The humour comes from the characters' outrageous personalities, their inept attempts at crime and get-rich-quick plans, and the absurd situations they find themselves in, all while a sense of community and loyalty runs through the chaos of trailer park life.
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Workaholics (2011 – 2017)
Comedy CentralWorkaholics is a comedy about three buddies, Blake, Adam and Anders, who are college dropouts stuck in a dead-end telemarketing job. They're pretty much inseparable and love diving into crazy stoner antics once the workday is done.
What makes it funny? These guys are terrible at being adults, whether they're botching things at work or getting into ridiculous situations with their off-the-wall schemes. Their friendship is the glue that holds it together, and the show serves up a mix of workplace humour, awkward social situations and straight-up absurdity. It's like watching your funniest friends get into mischief, dialled up to eleven.
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