Smith will also take latest installment of the
90's classic franchise on a 'Convenience Tour' roadshow
throughout September and October
LOS
ANGELES, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global
content leader Lionsgate is partnering with Fathom Events, the
premier name in event cinema, to bring director Kevin Smith's highly anticipated "Clerks
III" to the big screen this September.
Fathom Events and Lionsgate will present "Clerks III" in
more than 700 U.S. movie theaters for two nights only –
Tuesday, September 13th
and Thursday September
15th – at 7:00 p.m.
local time both nights with an exclusive look behind the scenes
with Kevin Smith and the cast of the
film.
For over 25 years, the cult-classic filmmaker has maintained a
unique and direct connection to his audience through the View Askew
Universe. "Clerks III" makes its highly anticipated
return to the big screen as Randal (Jeff
Anderson), following a massive heart attack, enlists fellow
clerks Dante (Brian O'Halloran),
Elias (Trevor Fehrman), Jay
(Jason Mewes), and Silent Bob
(Kevin Smith) to make a movie
immortalizing his life at the convenience store that started it
all.
Tickets for "Clerks III" can be purchased online beginning
today at www.FathomEvents.com or at participating theater box
offices. Check back often as movie theaters continue to set up
ticketing.
"Clerks III is the definition of event cinema, especially if you
are a Kevin Smith fan or a maven of
independent cinema. This film rounds out the story that started a
revolution in filmmaking. And to bring it to the fans on the big
screen, there is no greater partner in the world of event cinema
than Fathom Events," said Eda Kowan,
Lionsgate's EVP of Acquisitions & Co-Productions.
"Fathom Events is excited to partner with exhibition in hosting
possibly the most loyal fan base in movies for this very special
event," said Ray Nutt, CEO of
Fathom Events. "We're proud to work with Lionsgate and
Kevin Smith to bring the beloved
Clerks story full circle."
"Clerks III" was written and directed by Smith.
Liz Destro and Smodco's Jordan Monsanto produced. This is the
third film in the trilogy that kicked off Kevin's filmmaking career
at Sundance in 1994 and lead to his storied run in Hollywood.
Smith will tour the film in select markets as the "Clerks III
Convenience Tour" roadshow starting in New Jersey on September
4th.
The official trailer for "Clerks III" is also now available here
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uD3n3GM3Z_0.
About Fathom Events
Fathom is a recognized leader in the entertainment industry as one
of the top distributors of content to movie theaters in
North America. Owned by AMC
Entertainment Inc. (NYSE: AMC); Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:
CNK); and Regal, a subsidiary of the Cineworld Group (LSE: CINE.L),
Fathom operates the largest cinema distribution network, delivering
a wide variety of programming and experiences to cinema audiences
in all of the top U.S. markets and to more than 45 countries. For
more information, visit www.FathomEvents.com.
About Kevin Smith
Kevin Smith first came to attention
as the writer/director of a film called "Clerks". It's been all
downhill ever since.
About Lionsgate
Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) encompasses world-class motion
picture and television studio operations aligned with the STARZ
premium global subscription platform to bring a unique and varied
portfolio of entertainment to consumers around the world. The
Company's film, television, subscription and location-based
entertainment businesses are backed by a 17,000-title library and a
valuable collection of iconic film and television franchises. A
digital age company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and
commitment to innovation, the Lionsgate brand is synonymous with
bold, original, relatable entertainment for audiences
worldwide.
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