Grass (1999): cast, story & where to watch

1999 · Film · ★ 6.5

Grass poster

Released in 1999, Grass is a documentary film directed by Ron Mann, running about 80 minutes.

What it’s about. Marijuana is the most controversial drug of the 20th Century. Smoked by generations to little discernible ill effect, it continues to be reviled by many governments on Earth. In this Genie Award-winning documentary veteran Canadian director Ron Mann and narrator Woody Harrelson mix humour and historical footage together to recount how the United States has demonized a relatively harmless drug.

Who’s in it. Grass stars Woody Harrelson as Narrator (voice) and Chevy Chase as Self (archive footage).

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Grass has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Grass page.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch Grass (1999)?
In US, Grass is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Grass worth watching?
Grass holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Grass?
Grass stars Woody Harrelson and Chevy Chase.
When was Grass released?
Grass was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.