Kevin Smith to Host Nostalgic Screenings in New Jersey

Filmmaker returns home for 'Trailer Park' and classic cartoon events at his Smodcastle Cinemas

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Iconic filmmaker Kevin Smith is coming back to his home state of New Jersey to host two special screenings at his Smodcastle Cinemas in Atlantic Highlands. The first event is a 'Trailer Park' celebration where Smith will discuss memorable movie trailers, followed by a screening of classic Saturday morning cartoons where he'll introduce each animated segment and chat about them.

Why it matters

As a renowned filmmaker, writer, and actor from New Jersey, Kevin Smith has maintained a strong connection to his home state. These nostalgic screenings at his own movie theater provide an opportunity for fans to engage with Smith and experience beloved pop culture moments from the past.

The details

The two events will take place on Sunday, March 8th, with 'Trailer Park' happening at 3pm and 'Silent Bob's Saturday Morning Cartoons' following at 6pm. During 'Trailer Park', Smith will be joined by the cinema's projection guru, Stephen Frazza, to celebrate memorable movie marketing. The cartoon screening will culminate in the debut of a brand new animated adventure starring Mooby, the Golden Calf, one of Smith's iconic characters.

  • The events will take place on Sunday, March 8, 2026.
  • Trailer Park is scheduled for 3pm, followed by Silent Bob's Saturday Morning Cartoons at 6pm.

The players

Kevin Smith

A renowned filmmaker, writer, and actor from New Jersey, known for directing Clerks and other films in the View Askewniverse.

Smodcastle Cinemas

A movie theater owned by Kevin Smith in Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey, where the nostalgic screenings will take place.

Stephen Frazza

The projection guru at Smodcastle Cinemas who will join Kevin Smith for the 'Trailer Park' celebration.

Mooby

A character created by Kevin Smith, a golden calf, who will be featured in a brand new animated adventure debuting during the Saturday morning cartoon screening.

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What they’re saying

“Think about all the movie trailers you've seen over the decades. Did any of them stand out to you?”

— Kevin Smith (Smodcastle Cinemas)

“Kev will introduce each animated segment and chat about 'em afterwards, all leading up to the debut of a brand new animated adventure starring Mooby, the Golden Calf!”

— Smodcastle Cinemas (Smodcastle Cinemas)

What’s next

Tickets for the events are available on the Smodcastle Cinemas website, and fans are encouraged to purchase them in advance as the screenings are expected to sell out quickly.

The takeaway

These nostalgic screenings hosted by Kevin Smith at his Smodcastle Cinemas in New Jersey provide a unique opportunity for fans to engage with the iconic filmmaker and experience beloved pop culture moments from the past, showcasing Smith's continued connection to his home state.