Kevin Smith Reveals Details About Jay and Silent Bob 3

The Return of Jay and Silent Bob

The upcoming Jay and Silent Bob 3, the third installment in the iconic duo's trilogy, is set to bring back the beloved characters, Jay (Jason Mewes) and Silent Bob (Kevin Smith). The journey of this iconic pair began with the 2001 movie 'Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back' and continued with the 2019 'Jay and Silent Bob Reboot'. The characters, famously known as slacker pot dealers, made their debut in Kevin Smith's debut feature 'Clerks', which followed the workers at a New Jersey store named Quick Stop Groceries.

Jason Mewes as Jay and Kevin Smith as Silent Bob in Clerks II

In a recent Instagram post, Kevin Smith celebrated the 30th anniversary of 'Clerks' and announced that he is 'virtually finished with the first draft' of the upcoming Jay and Silent Bob 3. Smith also hinted at revealing more about the movie, including the title, in February. He confirmed that the plot of the movie involves 'an escalating war in the Central Jersey legal weed business' and humorously added, 'nobody dies this time!'

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The Legacy of Jay and Silent Bob

Jay and Silent Bob have become the de facto mascots of the View Askewniverse, the interconnected universe in which Kevin Smith's movies take place. Originally minor characters in 'Clerks', their intriguing personalities drew the attention of audiences. Their journey from minor characters to iconic leads involved appearances in several other Askewniverse titles, including 'Mallrats', 'Chasing Amy', and 'Dogma'. This led to their first starring roles in 'Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back' and 'Jay and Silent Bob Reboot'.

The duo's popularity extended beyond the big screen with tie-in projects such as 'Jay & Silent Bob's Super Groovy Cartoon Movie!' and 'Clerks: The Animated Series', as well as comic books and video games. They even made a cameo in the non-Askewniverse movie 'Scream 3', showcasing their widespread appeal.

The Rise of Jay and Silent Bob

Despite initially being minor characters, Jay and Silent Bob's popularity soared, leading to their standalone live-action features. Their star-studded debut in 'Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back' featured an impressive roster of celebrity cameos, including Carrie Fisher, Judd Nelson, George Carlin, Chris Rock, James Van Der Beek, and Shannen Doherty. This further solidified their status as legitimate stars in their own right.