The 20th anniversary of Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle is being celebrated by the restaurant at the heart of the film that spawned a franchise. White Castle is even giving out free digital copies of the film along with exclusive 20th anniversary merchandise.

Directed by Danny Leiner, Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle was written by Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg, two of the creators of Cobra Kai. It starred John Cho and Kal Penn as the titular stoners, following the pair as they partake in smoking cannabis and setting out on an adventure to visit a White Castle restaurant. Neil Patrick Harris also memorably appeared as himself, with the actor stealing their car serving as one of many obstacles that prevent Harold and Kumar from reaching their destination. Ahead of the film's 20th anniversary, which will officially fall on July 30, White Castle started the promotion early, appropriately on April 20.

“Harold and Kumar’s hijinks leading to their epic journey represents the heroes’ quest, and their passion and dedication to the Crave represents the same love that generations of White Castle fans have shown,” White Castle Vice President Jamie Richardson said in a statement. "No matter what calls you to savor the flavor of your favorite Slider, whether at a Castle or in your kitchen, that bite into a 100% beef patty steam-grilled on a bed of onions nestled between two perfectly baked buns is the crave satisfaction you deserve."

Richardson added, “We have always embraced being the place to gather after a fun night on the town or enjoying a sleeve or two of Sliders from the freezer after getting home from work. We were the original late-night hot spot, and with our variety of affordable restaurant and grocery offerings, we welcome customers to follow their Crave whenever it calls.”

The promotion begins on April 20. Customers who purchase a Crave Clutch a White Castle restaurants, through 7 p.m. and 3 a.m., will receive a free promo code for a digital version of Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle. The company will also offer three Harold & Kumar-themed collectible cups while supplies last. The celebration also extends to the grocery store, as retail shoppers who buy two of any size packages of White Castle Sliders on one register receipt will also be given the digital code for the film. Additionally, customers can buy personalized Harold & Kumar shirts at whitecastle.nadelstore.com.

There's Another Way to Watch the Film for Free

If you can't make it to White Castle to get a digital download code for the film, you fan still stream Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle for free, albeit with ads, on Tubi.

Source: White Castle