It has always been assumed that of all the Mystery Inc. members, Shaggy was most definitely a stoner. From his demeanor, to him having a constant case of the munchies, it just makes sense, not to mention he dresses in green every day. Until now, this has all just been speculation. However, this past week I found myself reliving my childhood by watching the Scooby Doo movies. While watching them, I realized that they are a lot less subtle about Shaggy’s recreational activities (specifically in the second movie).

His Fans

In the beginning of the second movie, the Mystery Gang is walking the red carpet and each are interacting with their individual fan groups. When Shaggy is about to find his fans, he sniffs the air a few times, possibly smelling the ganja? As well as the air looks a bit smokey if you ask me. Not to mention they’re all rocking pretty stereotypical 2000s “stoner attire”.

His Constant State of Obliviousness

This one is pretty self explanatory, but when Shaggy finds himself not being able to recognize upside down words as English, it’s a little suspect. As well as the fact that he thought an adequate disguise was just a hat (but it worked for a while, so maybe he’s onto something).

His Vocabulary

Aside from Shaggy's typical relaxed vocabulary of “like” and “man”, one line specifically stood out to me. When trying to find Scooby an antidote for his weird slug-like appearance, Shaggy says, “Here Scoob, this looks medicinal”. For someone with such a simple vocabulary, medicinal stands out. Unless Shaggy is well read on the subject of medicinal marijuana.

His Appetite

As mentioned earlier, Shaggy has a serious appetite. He proves his eating capabilities when him and Scooby conquer a 20 foot cotton candy monster just by eating it. Definitely sounds like the munchies.

Case solved.