Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle (2004) movie poster

Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle (2004)

"Fast food. High times."
ThumbScore
👍 92%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 70% (RT: 75%, MC: 64) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyAdventure

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Director
Danny Leiner
Runtime
1h 28m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (2,230 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
75%
Metacritic
64
Cast
John Cho as Harold Lee
Kal Penn as Kumar Patel
Paula Garcés as Maria
Neil Patrick Harris as Neil Patrick Harris
David Krumholtz as Seth Goldstein
Eddie Kaye Thomas as Rosenberg
Christopher Meloni as Freakshow
Yes. 92% of real audiences liked it based on 2,230 votes. Critics scored it lower at 70%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Nerdy accountant Harold and his irrepressible friend, Kumar, get stoned watching television and find themselves utterly bewitched by a commercial for White Castle. Convinced there must be one nearby, the two set out on a late-night odyssey that takes them deep into New Jersey. Somehow, the boys manage to run afoul of rednecks, cops and even a car-stealing Neil Patrick Harris before getting anywhere near their beloved sliders. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • The initial cut of Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • John Cho spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle is a 2004 comedy, adventure film directed by Danny Leiner. Nerdy accountant Harold and his irrepressible friend, Kumar, get stoned watching television and find themselves utterly bewitched by a commercial for White Castle. Convinced there must be one nearby, the two set out on a late-night odyssey that takes them deep into New Jersey.

Somehow, the boys manage to run afoul of rednecks, cops and even a car-stealing Neil Patrick Harris before getting anywhere near their beloved sliders. The film has been rated by 2,230 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle (2004) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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