The Chronicles of Riddick Timeline ( Real )

casting
March 2003

Vin Diesel cast as Riddick

Vin Diesel was cast in the lead role of Riddick, marking a significant step in the film's development.

production
May 2003

Start of filming for The Chronicles of Riddick

Principal photography began for The Chronicles of Riddick movie, setting the stage for production.

release
June 11, 2004

The Chronicles of Riddick released in theaters

The movie was officially released in cinemas worldwide, making it available to the general public.

release
October 2004

Film DVD release

The Chronicles of Riddick was released on DVD, allowing a wider audience to access the film.

The Chronicles of Riddick Timeline ( Fictional )

prison_break
Year 2300, Month 3, Day 15

Riddick's escape from Crematoria

Riddick escapes from the brutal prison planet Crematoria showing his survival skills and setting the stage for future conflicts.

journey
Year 2300, Month 3, Day 20

Riddick visits New Mecca

Riddick travels to New Mecca seeking refuge and resources, but inadvertently gets involved with mercenaries.

invasion
Year 2300, Month 5, Day 10

Necromongers invade the planet Helion Prime

The Necromongers, led by Lord Marshal, begin their conquest of Helion Prime, showing the threat they pose to the universe.

capture
Year 2300, Month 5, Day 15

Riddick aligned with Lord Marshal briefly

Riddick is captured and brought before the Lord Marshal, who recognizes Riddick’s Furyan heritage and considers recruiting him.

escape
Year 2300, Month 6, Day 2

Riddick escapes Necromonger fleet

Riddick escapes from the Necromonger flagship setting up his fight against them and quest to seek the last surviving Furyan homeworld.

discovery
Year 2300, Month 6, Day 10

Riddick awakens the Furyan ship

Using his Furyan heritage, Riddick awakens the ancient Furyan ship to help him fight back the Necromongers.

final_battle
Year 2300, Month 6, Day 15

Final battle on Crematoria

Riddick confronts the Lord Marshal and defeats him in battle on Crematoria, ending the immediate Necromonger threat and securing his rule as the new Lord Marshal.