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Kevin Smith will return to San Diego Comic-Con in 2025 with a triple feature of live shows, including a humorous crossover between Archie Comics and his characters, Jay and Silent Bob. The events are for attendees aged 21 and over, featuring live readings and discussions. Smith also hinted at more surprise performances throughout the convention, alongside a highly anticipated panel in Hall H. Fans can expect an engaging experience as the crossover comic will be released right before Comic-Con, further deepening the intersection of storytelling and comic culture.
San Diego – Kevin Smith is returning to San Diego Comic-Con in 2025 with an exciting triple feature of live shows at Good Night John Boy on 401 G St. The lineup includes a special presentation featuring a humorous crossover between Archie Comics and Smith’s iconic characters, Jay and Silent Bob.
Tickets for all three shows are on sale now, priced at $37.75 each. All events are restricted to attendees aged 21 and over. The first show, titled “Archie Meets Jay & Silent Bob Live!“, is scheduled for Thursday, July 24, from 8 PM to 10 PM. Doors for this event will open at 7 PM, and it will feature a live reading of the official Archie Comics crossover with audience participation.
The second show, “The Ghosts of Comic-Cons Past“, which features Jay Mewes, is set for Friday, July 25, from 6 PM to 7:30 PM, with doors opening at 5 PM. Following this, Smith will host the third show, “Hollywood Babble-On“, also on Friday, July 25, from 8 PM to 10 PM, accompanied by Ralph Garman. Doors for the final show will open at 7:30 PM.
In addition to the live performances, Kevin Smith will be hosting a panel at Hall H during SDCC 2025, a highly coveted slot, although he has confirmed that there will be no Marvel lead-in. In a recent episode of his podcast “Fatman Beyond,” Smith hinted at the possibility of additional comedic engagements throughout the convention, suggesting fans could expect more spontaneous performances beyond the ticketed events.
The crossover comic, “Archie Meets Jay and Silent Bob #1“, is set to be released on July 9, 2025, right in time for Comic-Con. This comic features a collaboration between Smith and various renowned artists from Archie Comics, including Fernando Ruiz, Rich Koslowski, Matt Herms, and Jack Morelli. Priced at $7.99, the comic offers 48 pages of entertainment where Archie gains a summer job at Quick Stop, leading to hilarious chaos when Jay and Silent Bob arrive in Riverdale.
Kevin Smith has expressed his enthusiasm for this innovative crossover, highlighting its witty and mature spin on the classic Archie characters. This event presents a unique opportunity for fans who are invested in both Smith’s cinematic universe and the world of Archie Comics, creating an engaging intersection of storytelling that showcases the creativity and diversity of comic culture.
The San Diego Comic-Con is renowned for its massive gatherings of comic aficionados, filmmakers, and pop culture enthusiasts, making it the ideal venue for such a crossover celebration. Fans can look forward to an exceptional experience filled with laughter, insight, and the chance to interact with beloved characters and creators. With the anticipation already building for these events, fans are encouraged to secure their tickets soon, as this triple feature promises to be a highlight of Comic-Con 2025.
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- SDCC Blog: Kevin Smith Brings Fan-Favorite Live Shows Back to San Diego Comic-Con
- Wikipedia: San Diego Comic-Con
- Bleeding Cool: Archie Meets Jay and Silent Bob with Kevin Smith
- Google Search: Kevin Smith San Diego Comic-Con
- People: Kevin Smith Recalls Last Conversations with Shannen Doherty
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Kevin Smith
- Times of San Diego: Comic-Con Continues with Masquerade Ball
- Google News: San Diego Comic-Con 2024
