![]() ![]() The sequel, Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay, was released internationally in April 2008. It was also a commercial success, grossing over $23 million worldwide. The film received positive critical reception, with praise for the performances of its leads (particularly Harris) and subversion of racial and comedic stereotypes. Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle was theatrically released in the U.S. Principal photography began in 2003, with filming primarily done in Toronto. Cho and Harris (who portrays a fictionalized version of himself) were cast early, whereas Penn attended seven auditions. ![]() The filmmakers received license permission from White Castle in 2002, after also consulting with Krispy Kreme White Castle also contributed to the film's marketing campaign, releasing tie-in products at their restaurants. Hurwitz and Schlossberg developed Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle based on experiences and people from when they attended Randolph High School. The first installment in the Harold & Kumar franchise, the film follows Harold Lee (Cho) and Kumar Patel (Penn) on their adventure to a White Castle restaurant after smoking marijuana. Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle (released in some international markets as Harold & Kumar Get the Munchies) is a 2004 American buddy stoner comedy film directed by Danny Leiner, written by Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg, and stars John Cho, Kal Penn, and Neil Patrick Harris.
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