The Entire Jay And Silent Bob Story Finally Explained

They've long since cemented themselves as beloved pop culture icons, but what do we really know about Jay and his longtime companion Silent Bob? We've compiled an exhaustive timeline of the lives, loves, trials and good fortunes of this foulmouthed dynamic duo.

If you're wondering where the story of Jay and Silent Bob begins, it might be best to start with Genesis — the book of the Bible, not the band.

Yes, the biblical story of creation is canon within Kevin Smith's universe, and it's more relevant than you might think. As outlined in Dogma, the stories of the Bible hold literal sway in the View Askewniverse, with Biblical figures — including God herself — showing up to influence the events of the world — and also to kill people.

In the beginning, God created all that is, developed an unknowable plan for existence, and looked suspiciously like Alanis Morissette. While a lot of the events depicted in the holy texts are presented as subjective and even misleading, turns out the story was, in broad strokes, pretty accurate.

Why is this important? Well, aside from answering man's most fundamental questions about nature, being, and the nature of existence, it sets the stage nicely for two stoners to meet at a convenience store in New Jersey in the 1970s.

The place? The unincorporated community of Leonardo, New Jersey, just outside the Quick Stop. The time? The 1970s. What is about to occur is nothing short of destiny.

Just like that, Jay and Silent Bob were united, hetero life-mates from the cradle to the grave.

Also, did you know Kevin Smith's daughter is playing baby Silent Bob? It's her screen debut. It's adorable. Keep watching the video to see the entire Jay and Silent Bob story finally explained!

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In the beginning... | 0:17
Destiny | 1:23
Mallrats | 1:53
Clerks | 2:59
Chasing Amy | 3:37
Chasing Dogma | 4:44
Dogma | 5:59
Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back | 7:10
Clerks II | 8:28
Jay and Silent Bob Reboot | 9:46