Robert Ludlum created the character Jason Bourne, debuting him in his 1980 novel 'The Bourne Identity'.
Release of the feature film adaptation of 'The Bourne Identity', launching a successful film franchise and significantly raising Jason Bourne's profile.
Release of the sequel film starring Matt Damon, continuing Jason Bourne's cinematic story.
The third film in the Matt Damon Bourne film trilogy was released, gaining critical and commercial success.
Matt Damon returned to reprise his role as Jason Bourne in the fifth film of the franchise, reconnecting with the character after a decade.