Best Movies To Go Along With Your Cannabis Products

• Pairing cannabis with movies is becoming quite popular
• When ingesting edibles during a movie, pay attention to the time they take to kick in and the amounts recommended for beginners
• Vaping can enhance your experience when watching a comedy
• Horror movies can go well with blissful gummies
• Energetic edibles can pair well with superhero/superheroine movies
• If you are watching a drama, smoking a sativa strain may enhance your experience
• Thrillers can go well with stimulating cannabis chocolates
• Pair musicals with premium, Sativa-dominant pre-rolls and sing your heart out

As award season progresses and the world prepares for Oscar night, people flock into theaters all over the world to watch the latest blockbusters.

More and more marijuana lovers are opting for the multiple benefits of pairing movies with cannabis products, from mood-enhancing vapes to delicious candy bars and relaxing gummies.

Are you ready to try it out? Read on for exciting recommendations for pairing cannabis with the latest Hollywood hits.

Different cannabis strains can have different effects, making each category ideal for specific movie genres. Some strains and delivery methods can intensify emotions, something you may want when watching a thriller. Others can help you relax and enjoy the experience, which can help if you love horror movies but tend to get nervous while watching them.

Keep in mind, if you are watching movies at home, you can consume any type of legal cannabis product, but you will not be able to dab or vape inside a movie theater.

Ready to munch on gummies, sip on canna drinks, or vape away to enjoy your favorite Oscar-nominated film? This guide will help you decide what types of marijuana can enhance the experience based on the movie genre of your choice.

When it comes to pairing marijuana with movies, comedies are always a favorite. The relaxed, uninhibited mood associated with many cannabis strains is very conducive to laughter and a generally joyful mood.

Are you ready for some laughs? Pick your favorite comedy movie and pair it with an upbeat, energetic vape. Those funny moments will definitely be much more enjoyable after vaping on your favorite concentrate. You can try the delicious vape cartridges in our online menu: like Ghost Train Haze &Shine or Jet Fuel OG from Rythm. Not sure what to get or how much to consume before a movie? The friendly cannabis specialists at your local RISE dispensary are ready to recommend a product that will suit your needs.

Tip: If you’re looking for a nice comedy and don’t mind animation, you will love “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish”. Nominated for the “Best Animated Feature” in 2023, this is a charming and heart warming story with a wide variety of characters that you’ll love or love to hate. This animated film has it all – good laughs and deeper moments of emotional growth. Not really into animation? Then check out “Everything Everywhere All at Once”. This movie has swiped everyone off their feet and has been named Insider’s movie of the year. Beloved by the audience and critics, this outstanding movie is the perfect mix of comedy and drama.

If you love horror movies but just want to enjoy the excitement, minus the anxiety, cannabis gummies may be just the thing for you. You are very unlikely to get nervous again after munching on the right kind of gummies. Remember edibles take longer to kick in, and their effects last longer. So, unless you are planning to watch a marathon including various prequels and sequels, you must ingest the gummies before, rather than during the movie. That said, if you are watching a 2-hour film, any edibles you consume during the first half-hour will kick in during the rest of the movie, when things start getting scarier.

You can try Watermelon Smash gummies from Incredibles if you are used to consuming THC or Incredibles’ Strahhhberry gummies if you prefer a balanced CBD/THC product. Sweet and tasty candy can certainly make the experience of on-screen horror much more pleasurable.

Tip: A favorite of ours to watch if you’re looking for a well-done horror is 2010’s “Black Swan”. This movie received the Academy Award for Best Cinematography in 2011 and for a good reason. This psychological horror film is known for its intense and visceral imagery, exploring themes of perfectionism, obsession, and the darker side of human nature.

Edibles & Superheroine/Superhero Movies

If you love movies about girls and boys who developed a superpower after a tragic event in their life, eating an energetic edible can likely enhance your movie-watching experience. When your favorite superheroine flies over the rooftops of the likes of Gotham City, you will feel as if you were flying by her side. Nothing like a tasty elixir to enjoy a film with lots of on-screen action.

Check out the variety of delicious tastes of gummies from incredibles to enhance your viewing. For detailed advice and tips on consuming, consult with your local RISE cannabis specialist.

Tip: If you’re a fan of superhero movies, you must already know about the highly anticipated “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”. After the tragic passing of Chadwick Boseman, the movie will follow the impact of T’Challa’s death on Wakanda and its people, as well as introduce new characters and storylines.

Serious Drama & Sativa Strains

If you are watching a serious drama, you don’t want to laugh, and you don’t want the heavy moments to hit you too hard either. A balanced hybrid strain can be ideal to pair with this type of movie. Especially if you’re not sure if you prefer Sativa or Indica.

Smoking flower from a sativa strain can get you right in the mood for drama. You will feel involved in the plot, but not enough to become anxious or sad. Choose a strain with a higher percentage of THC if you have already developed a high tolerance to this cannabinoid. You can try Good Greens Glue Tang Haze a popular popcorn bud that is neither too relaxing nor too stimulating.

Tip: Looking for a good drama to watch? Our favorite is the 2023 Oscar nominee “The Whale” – an outstanding and thought-provoking psychological drama exploring the topic of compassion and forgiveness that simply cannot leave you indifferent.

Thrillers & Chocolate Edibles

Are you a fan of the unexpected plot twist, old-school noir, and high-energy modern mysteries? A mix of energizing and blissful chocolate edibles may be just the movie-theater treat for you. By elevating your senses, this type of cannabis product can enhance your experience as the good guys close in on the bad guys or vice versa.

For a stimulating experience pair your favorite 2023 Academy award-nominated thriller with Strawberry Crunch by Incredibles.

Tip: If you’re in search for some thrills, check out “Parasite” – a critically acclaimed South Korean film that won multiple awards including Best Picture at the 92nd Academy Awards. This movie stands out with its unique storytelling, social commentary and masterful direction. We love the suspenseful story and the range of emotions highlighting the movies theme.

If you love musicals, you probably enjoy singing along to your favorites. Though we don’t advise you to do this in the theater, adding cannabis smoking to the experience while watching musicals at home can be a game changer. Top-quality hybrid and Sativa-dominant pre-rolls can greatly enhance your cinematic experience. A stimulating, top-shelf, hybrid pre-roll like Sour Diesel from Dogwalkers will likely do the trick.

Tip: Do you love musicals? We do! One of out favorites to watch while enjoying a pre-roll is “Across the Universe”. Featuring songs by the Beatles, this is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant musical that captures the spirit of the 1960s. The story is told through musical performances of iconic Beatles songs, such as “All You Need Is Love,” “Let It Be,” “Hey Jude,” and many others. Each song is reinterpreted and performed in a way that connects to the characters’ and viewers’ experiences and emotions, creating an unforgettable and immersive musical experience.

1. “Planet Earth” – this beautiful and breathtaking nature documentary is perfect to watch while enjoying your favorite cannabis products and will blow you away.

2. “Love, Death, & Robots” – An outstanding adult animated antology is a collection of short films praised for its creativity, storytelling, and visual artistry. Overall a beautiful and unique blend of storytelling and Sci-Fi, this is a must-watch especially for fans of animation.

3. “Cosmos” – In this list for a similar reason as “Planet Earth” – this stunning show explores topics such as the origins of the universe, the evolution of life on Earth, and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence. The show makes use of cutting-edge special effects and animation to bring abstract scientific ideas to life, making this an amazing experience.

4. “The Midnight Gospel” – A fascinating and visually stunning series that challenges viewers to think deeply about the nature of existence and the human experience. This unique animated series seems to have been created to be watched by cannabis lovers!

5. “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” – Praised for its writing, acting, and overall creativity, this series is a great pick to watch while enjoying your cannabis products. This show is well-known for its dark humor and satirical commentary on many social issues.

And the Oscar goes to…

Cannabis and cinema just go well together; it’s made in Hollywood heaven. Enhancing your movie-watching experience with cannabis may not get you an Oscar, but you are likely to have as much fun as the stars walking on the Red Carpet at Hollywood’s Chinese Theater in March. See you at the movies!