Kevin Smith

Appearing Sunday — PANEL ONLY

Kevin Smith is a renowned filmmaker, actor, comedian, and pop culture icon, best known for his groundbreaking work in independent cinema. He burst onto the scene with his cult classic debut Clerks (1994), which he wrote, directed, and starred in. The film's success solidified his place in Hollywood and led to the creation of the "View Askewniverse," a shared universe of films featuring recurring characters like Jay and Silent Bob. Smith continued to shape the indie film world with beloved titles like Mallrats, Chasing Amy, and Dogma. Outside of filmmaking, Smith is an avid comic book fan, a successful podcaster (with shows like SModcast), and the owner of Jay and Silent Bob’s Secret Stash, a popular comic book store in New Jersey. He is also a frequent presence at fan conventions, celebrated for his quick wit, down-to-earth personality, and deep love for all things geek culture.