In the New York Daily News,  Elizabeth Weltzmen gave the film  2 1/2 stars (of 4), writing, "... even those unimpressed with [Cheech and Chong's] genially lowbrow work will be intrigued by the political tenor of this portrait."
In the New York Daily News,  Elizabeth Weltzmen awarded the film  2 1/2 stars (of 4), stating, "... even those who are not fans of [Cheech and Chong's] lighthearted, uncomplicated work will be drawn in by the political undertones of this portrayal."