Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back is a 2001 comedy film written and directed by Kevin Smith, centered on his recurring slacker duo Jay, played by Jason Mewes, and Silent Bob, played by Smith. The characters originated in Clerks (1994) and became cult icons of 1990s indie comedy. Short clips tied to the film circulate on soundboards and meme pages as shorthand for goofy friendship and rebellious humor. Fans keep using them for duo intros, prank videos and nostalgic edits celebrating Smith's View Askew universe.