Kevin Smith has confirmed the long-awaited sequel to the 1995 cult classic Mallrats is happening, with filming due to commence in 2016.
Speaking on local Tuscon morning show Rock102 Mornings with Shmonty & Carolina (via ) this past weekend, Smith confirmed the script is still being written, though there's no news as yet if the original cast of Jason Lee, Ben Affleck, Shannon Doherty and Stan Lee will be back.
"It's half a script right now, and we're pulling our loot together," he said. "We've got up until the beginning of 2016. By the time we get to May 2016, we're going to be shooting."
Smith seems to have a lot on his plate in the coming years, with Clerks III confirmed to start , before this is followed by Hit Somebody and Moose Jaws.
Though Mallrats may seem an odd choice for a sequel, Smith explained at this stage in his career he's more interested in projects that are fun and he has good ideas for.