Known for Directing
Kevin Patrick Smith (born August 2, 1970) is an American filmmaker, actor, comedian, public speaker, comic book writer, author, and podcaster. He came to prominence with the low-budget comedy film Clerks (1994), which he wrote, directed, co-produced, and acted in as the character Silent Bob of stoner duo Jay and Silent Bob. Jay and Silent Bob also appeared in Smith's later films Mallrats, Chasing Amy, Dogma, Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, Clerks II and Jay and Silent Bob Reboot, which are set primarily in his home state of New Jersey. While not strictly sequential, the films have crossover plot elements, character references, and a shared canon known as the "View Askewniverse", named after Smith's production company View Askew Productions, which he co-founded with Scott Mosier.
Born
August 2, 1970 (age 56)
Birthplace
Red Bank, New Jersey, USA
Filmography
304 films, 120 shows


We Never Smiled in the 90’s
2024 · 5m
country: United States
Celebrating the 30th anniversary of CLERKS, “We Never Smiled in the 90’s” is a short film cut from never-before-seen footage showing - for the first time ever - the making of the black and white cult comedy classic! The music is by Bear McCreary, from his score for The 4:30 Movie. Edited by Kevin Smith. Restoration by Stephen Frezza.


Going Home Again: Making The 4:30 Movie
2024 · 23m
country: Unknown
A documentary on the making of Kevin Smith's film The 4:30 Movie


The 4:30 Movie
2024 · 1h 28m
country: United States
In the summer of 1986, three sixteen year old friends spend their Saturdays sneaking into movies at the local multiplex. But when one of the guys also invites the girl of his dreams to see the latest comedy, each of the teens learn more about life and love.


We're Not Even Supposed to Be Here Today: 3 Decades of Clerks
2022 · 1h 15m
country: United States
A documentary covering 3 decades of Clerks films


Clerks III
2022 · 1h 40m
country: United States
After narrowly surviving a massive heart attack, Randal enlists his old friend Dante to help him make a movie immortalizing their youthful days at the little convenience store that started it all.


KillRoy Was Here
2022 · 1h 3m
country: United States
A babysitter tells a little girl several terrifying stories about KillRoy, the vicious killer behind the famous graffiti.


Jay and Silent Bob Reboot
2019 · 1h 45m
country: United States
Jay and Silent Bob embark on a cross-country mission to stop Hollywood from rebooting a film based on their comic book characters Bluntman and Chronic.


Hollyweed
2018 · 30m
country: United States
Two potheads battle a neighboring cookie magnate and enlist the help of a charming porn star to help them navigate the ups and downs of managing a small business in their quest for profits and the perfect bud.


Yoga Hosers
2016 · 1h 28m
country: United States
Two teenage yoga enthusiasts team up with a legendary man-hunter to battle with an ancient evil presence that is threatening their major party plans.


Holidays
2016 · 1h 44m
country: United States
An anthology feature film that puts a uniquely dark and original spin on some of the most iconic and beloved holidays of all time by challenging our folklore, traditions and assumptions.


Tusk
2014 · 1h 42m
country: Canada
When his best friend and podcast co-host goes missing in the backwoods of Canada, a young guy joins forces with his friend's girlfriend to search for him.


Jay and Silent Bob Get Irish: The Swearing o' the Green!
2012 · 3h 40m
country: United States
You may see one show, but you haven't senn them all! Following on from the amazingly successful JAY AND SILENT BOB TEA BAGGING IN THE UK, Fast-talking, foul mouthed Jay and his "hetero life partner' Silent Bob return with their second instalment of their highly peaised, extremely dynamic live comedy show, Jay & Silent Bob Get Old Mach II


Jay and Silent Bob Get Old: Teabagging in the UK
2012 · 4h
country: United States
The hilarious duo Jay and Silent Bob are back. Film icons Kevin Smith and Jason Mewes made history and fans all over the world with the characters Jay and Silent Bob from the movies Clerks, Mallrats, Chasing Amy, Dogma, Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back and Clerks 2. Now fans can see them live on stage in 3 sold out venues in the UK during their 2012 tour.


Red State
2011 · 1h 28m
country: Canada
Set in Middle America, a group of teens receive an online invitation for sex, though they soon encounter Christian fundamentalists with a much more sinister agenda.


Cop Out
2010 · 1h 47m
country: United States
Detectives Jimmy and Paul, despite nine years as partners, can still sometimes seem like polar opposites—especially when Paul's unpredictable antics get them suspended without pay. Already strapped for cash and trying to pay for his daughter's wedding, Jimmy decides to sell a rare baseball card that's worth tens of thousands. Unfortunately, when the collector's shop is robbed and the card vanishes with the crook, Paul and Jimmy end up going rogue, tracking down the card and the drug ring behind its theft, all on their own time and without any backup—except for each other.


Zack and Miri Make a Porno
2008 · 1h 42m
country: United States
Lifelong platonic friends Zack and Miri look to solve their respective cash-flow problems by making an adult film together. As the cameras roll, however, the duo begin to sense that they may have more feelings for each other than they previously thought.


Clerks II
2006 · 1h 37m
country: United States
A calamity at Dante and Randall's shops sends them looking for new horizons - but they ultimately settle at Mooby's, a fictional Disney-McDonald's-style fast-food empire.


Jersey Girl
2004 · 1h 42m
country: United States
Ollie Trinke is a young, suave music publicist who seems to have it all, with a new wife and a baby on the way. But life deals him a bum hand when he's suddenly faced with single fatherhood, a defunct career and having to move in with his father. To bounce back, it takes a new love and the courage instilled in him by his daughter.


The Flying Car
2002 · 7m
country: United States
Stuck in a traffic jam, Dante and Randal discuss the prospect of a flying car.


Why I Love New #*$%!&@ York
2001 · 4m
country: United States
In this short film, produced as a tribute to New York City in the wake of 9/11, Kevin Smith polls New Yorkers on their attitudes towards his home state of New Jersey and finds them to be less-than-favorable... with one caveat.


The Concert for New York City
2001 · 4h 56m
country: United States
The Concert for New York City (2001) captures the star-studded benefit held at Madison Square Garden on October 20, 2001, honoring the city’s resilience and the heroism of first responders after 9/11. Attended by thousands of firefighters, police officers, and rescue workers, the concert features performances by Paul McCartney, The Who, Elton John, Billy Joel, and other music legends in a powerful tribute to unity, courage, and recovery.


Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back
2001 · 1h 44m
country: United States
When Jay and Silent Bob learn that their comic-book alter egos, Bluntman and Chronic, have been sold to Hollywood as part of a big-screen movie that leaves them out of any royalties, the pair travel to Tinseltown to sabotage the production.


Dogma
1999 · 2h 10m
country: United States
An abortion clinic worker with a special heritage is called upon to save the existence of humanity from being negated by two renegade angels trying to exploit a loophole and re-enter Heaven.


Chasing Amy
1997 · 1h 54m
country: United States
Holden and Banky are comic book artists. Everything is going good for them until they meet Alyssa, also a comic book artist. Holden falls for her, but his hopes are crushed when he finds out she's a lesbian.


Mallrats
1995 · 1h 35m
country: United States
Both dumped by their girlfriends, two best friends seek refuge in the local mall. Eventually, they decide to try and win back their significant others and take care of their respective nemeses.


Clerks
1994 · 1h 32m
country: United States
Convenience and video store clerks Dante and Randal are sharp-witted, potty-mouthed and bored out of their minds. So in between needling customers, the counter jockeys play hockey on the roof, visit a funeral home and deal with their love lives.


Mae Day: The Crumbling of a Documentary
1992 · 10m
country: Canada
After their student documentary project falls apart, the two directors proceed to make a documentary about their failure.