Nice Dreams
“The story of two enterprising young men who make an amazing amount of money selling ice cream.”
Nice Dreams - it rhymes with ice creams. And that's what Cheech and Chong are selling in this thoroughly wacky comedy. The outrageous, permanently spaced-out duo sells enough of their "specially mixed" ice cream to take the cash and realize their fondest dreams: new guitars, islands in the sun and beautiful women. But, of course, not everything goes as planned. While celebrating their wealth in a new wave Chinese restaurant, Cheech meets his long-lost love Donna, and promptly escorts her to her posh penthouse. He soon learns, however, that Donna's boyfriend, an ex-con named Animal, is on his way to her boudoir. Meanwhile, Chong has unwittingly exchanged all their money for a worthless bank check - and the only way to get it back is to escape into a nearby insane asylum.
Where to watch Nice Dreams in United States
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Where is Nice Dreams streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | Pluto TV | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Spain | — | Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| South Korea | — | Google Play Movies |
About Nice Dreams
Nice Dreams is a 1981 English-language comedy film directed by Tommy Chong. The cast is led by Cheech Marin, Tommy Chong, Stacy Keach. It has a runtime of 1h 28m. Viewers rate it 5.9/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Nice Dreams was produced by Columbia Pictures and C & C Brown Production and made in United States of America. It was released on July 24, 1981, and carries a R certification. At the box office it grossed around $37 million worldwide.
- Director
- Tommy Chong
- Writers
- Tommy Chong, Cheech Marin
- Release date
- July 24, 1981
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Box office
- $37 million
- Production
- Columbia Pictures, C & C Brown Production
Nice Dreams cast & crew
Nice Dreams was directed by Tommy Chong and written by Tommy Chong and Cheech Marin.
The cast features Cheech Marin as Cheech, Tommy Chong as Chong, Stacy Keach as Sergeant Stedenko, Timothy Leary as Self, Evelyn Guerrero as Donna, and Paul Reubens as Howie Hamburger Dude.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Harry Betts, cinematography is by Charles Correll, and it was produced by Howard Brown.
Is Nice Dreams worth watching?
Nice Dreams holds an audience score of 5.9/10 from 127 ratings, a more divisive comedy films.
At 1h 28m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, Nice Dreams is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Nice Dreams
Nice Dreams isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Nice Dreams
Cheech Marin
Cheech
Tommy Chong
Chong
Stacy Keach
Sergeant Stedenko
Timothy Leary
Self
Evelyn Guerrero
Donna
Paul Reubens
Howie Hamburger Dude
Suzanne Kent
Sidney the Agent
Jeff Pomerantz
CHP #2
James Faracci
CHP #2
Marlena Amey
Beach Girl #2
Levin Bailey
Juvenile Delinquent
Benita Barrie
Mrs. Del Whacko
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Nice Dreams — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Nice Dreams in United States?
Nice Dreams is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Nice Dreams in?
Nice Dreams is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Nice Dreams?
Nice Dreams runs 1 hours 28 minutes (88 minutes).
▸What is Nice Dreams rated?
Nice Dreams is rated R. It holds a 5.9/10 audience score from 127 ratings.
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