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Chronic-Con, Episode 420: A New Dope 2015

★ 4.913 votes84 min📅 2015-07-03

Step into the psychedelic shoes of Doug Benson as he navigates the legendary San Diego Comic-Con through a cloud of cannabis haze in *Chronic-Con, Episode 420: A New Dope* (2015), directed by Ryan Polito.

Director: Ryan Polito

Cast

Doug Benson
Doug Benson
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Kevin Smith
Kevin Smith
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Patton Oswalt
Patton Oswalt
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Brian Posehn
Brian Posehn
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Scott Aukerman
Scott Aukerman
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Joe Rogan
Joe Rogan
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Morgan Spurlock
Morgan Spurlock
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Kulap Vilaysack
Kulap Vilaysack
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Ari Shaffir
Ari Shaffir
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Brian Redban
Brian Redban
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is *Chronic-Con, Episode 420: A New Dope* (2015) about?

This comedy-doc follows comedian Doug Benson as he explores the madness of San Diego Comic-Con through his signature cannabis-tinted lens. From celebrity cameos to fan frenzy, it's a behind-the-scenes peek at the cultural spectacle that's as much about the people as the pop culture.

Who directed *Chronic-Con, Episode 420: A New Dope*?

Ryan Polito directed this hilarious and hazy dive into Comic-Con culture.

Who stars in *Chronic-Con, Episode 420: A New Dope*?

The film stars Doug Benson alongside comedy heavyweights Kevin Smith, Patton Oswalt, Brian Posehn, Scott Aukerman, and Joe Rogan.

Is *Chronic-Con, Episode 420: A New Dope* (2015) worth watching?

If you love offbeat comedies or the sheer spectacle of Comic-Con, this doc delivers laughs and insights in equal measure. With a runtime of just 84 minutes and a cast of comedy legends, it's an entertaining, if niche, pick for fans of irreverent filmmaking.

How long is *Chronic-Con, Episode 420: A New Dope*?

The film runs for 84 minutes.

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About Chronic-Con, Episode 420: A New Dope (2015) — The Stoner Doc That Captured Comic-Con's Chaos

Step into the psychedelic shoes of Doug Benson as he navigates the legendary San Diego Comic-Con through a cloud of cannabis haze in *Chronic-Con, Episode 420: A New Dope* (2015), directed by Ryan Polito. This irreverent comedy-documentary blends Benson's signature stoner wit with the high-energy chaos of one of pop culture's biggest gatherings. Joined by a who's-who of comedy and film legends—including Kevin Smith, Patton Oswalt, Brian Posehn, Scott Aukerman, and Joe Rogan—the film captures the absurdity, passion, and sheer scale of Comic-Con from a uniquely groovy perspective. With cameos from Morgan Spurlock himself, it's less a traditional doc and more a hilarious love letter to fandom, friendship, and the intoxicating allure of nerd culture.

Packed with behind-the-scenes antics, candid interviews, and Benson's trademark observational humor, *Chronic-Con, Episode 420: A New Dope* delivers a refreshingly unfiltered look at a convention that's as much about the people as it is about the popcorn. Whether you're a Comic-Con veteran or a curious outsider, Polito's film turns the overwhelming into the unforgettable, proving that sometimes the best stories are the ones told with a little (or a lot of) help from your friends—literally.