Kevin Smith’s beloved stoner duo Jay and Quiet Bob Will return in another cinematic adventure with Smith penning the script for Jay and Silent Bob: Store Wars. Make their debut in the indie sensation ClerksJay and Silent Bob quickly became one of the most popular parts of Kevin Smith’s View Askew universe, and only a handful of the director’s films do not feature an appearance by the loud-mouthed Jay and his complete buddy. Although they typically play supporting roles, Jay and Silent Bob have also starred in two solo movies, further cementing their place in pop culture.
Last seen in 2022 Clerks IIIJay and Silent Bob are once again on hand to lend a bit of levity with their outlandish antics. While Clerks III It was something of a disappointment, every Jay and Silent Bob movie is elevated by their presence, and they could come to really represent the legacy of Kevin Smith as a director. As such, it only makes sense for the director to return to the sound again and again, especially when he can continue to do other projects. Smith obviously loves the characters, which is why he’s bringing Jay and Silent Bob back in Shop Wars.
Related
The latest news from Jay And Silent Bob: Store Wars
Kevin Smith reveals the full title and plot
Things aren’t all hunky-dory as a competing weed shop threatens to put the enterprising duo out of business.
Although the celebrated indie director dropped some hints earlier in 2024, the latest news came in July 2024 when he revealed the full title and plot for the next Jay and Silent Bob movie. According to CBR, The next stunner comedy opus will be titled Jay and Silent Bob: Store Wars (a reference to Smith’s favourite Star Wars universe), and will follow the slackers as they open their own legal weed shop. However, things aren’t all hunky-dory as a competing weed shop threatens to put the enterprising duo out of business.
Jay And Silent Bob: Store Wars is confirmed
The threequel is announced in 2023
A new Jay and Silent Bob movie has been confirmed by Kevin Smith in December 2023, and it’s an exciting continuation of his View Askewniverse. Clerks III. Speaking in a slightly joking manner, Smith (who plays Silent Bob) mentions that he “Lost a bet” with Jason Mewes (who plays Jay), and so was forced to write another script. All jokes aside, Smith reaffirmed his love for the characters and contextualized the movie through his own experience with his co-star Mewes. Smith said “We always have fun with these and stuff… So I’m writing another Jay and Bob movie“.
A few months later, Smith would make a heartfelt post on Instagram which celebrated the 30th anniversary of Clerks And the Jay and Silent Bob characters. In the post, Smith reiterated his Drakequel plans, and it would be revealed in July 2024 that the third movie is officially titled Jay and Silent Bob: Store Wars. No timeline has been announced, and it’s unclear where the movie is now In the development process.
Jay And Silent Bob: Store Wars Cast
Jason Mewes and Kevin Smith will reprise their roles
until now, The only two cast members who have been confirmed for Jay and Silent Bob: Store Wars are the titular stoner duo themselves. With Kevin Smith penning the script and presumably directing as well, he’s guaranteed to return as Silent Bob, while his long-time co-star Jason Mewes will be back as Jay. Although nothing is certain yet, It wouldn’t be completely out of the question to see other characters from the View Askewniverse also show up.
The presumptive case includes:
|
Actor |
Jay and Silent Bob role |
|
|---|---|---|
|
Jason Mewes |
Jay |
|
|
Kevin Smith |
Shut up Bob |
|
How does the new movie fit into the Jay & Silent Bob Universe?
The View Askewniverse is open
If the movie focuses squarely on the eponymous pair, they’ll likely embark on a wacky standalone adventure Which won’t have much to do with the larger View Askewniverse story. These characters have bounced in and out of Smith’s other films, but they have also existed largely on the outside as supporting characters. However, if Smith continues his nostalgic streak seen recently in Clerks IIIThis new movie could see the 30-year-old characters finally settle down.
Jay and Silent Bob: Store Wars Story
A war in the legal weed business
Smith spoke candidly about what the new movie will entail, and while the details are scant, it’s obvious that Jay and Silent Bob: Store Wars Will continue the wacky adventures of the stoner duo. Smith said Jay and Silent Bob are going to open their own legal weed shopOnly to find a competitor across town is threatening to put them out of business. In typical Jay and Silent Bob fashion, things will escalate when a proverbial “war” breaks out between the competing businesses.
Jay & Silent Bob 3, confirmed in 2023, is currently being written by series creator Kevin Smith. Although no details are currently available, Kevin Smith confirmed that the film will continue the adventures of the iconic duo, portrayed by himself and his friend, Jason Mewes.