Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith Timeline ( Real )

movie_premiere
May 15, 2005

Premiere of Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith

The world premiere of Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith took place, marking the official launch of the movie to the public.

movie_release
May 19, 2005

Official Release of Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith

Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith was officially released worldwide, becoming the final episode in the Star Wars prequel trilogy.

production_start
June 30, 2003

Filming Begins for Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith

Principal photography for Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith commenced, starting the production phase of the movie.

production_complete
January 31, 2004

Filming Completed for Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith

Filming wrapped up for Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith, moving production into the post-production phase.

Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith Timeline ( Fictional )

vision
19 BBY

Anakin's Vision of Padmé's Death

Anakin Skywalker has a disturbing vision of his wife Padmé Amidala dying in childbirth, which instills fear and desperation in him.

revelation
19 BBY

Chancellor Palpatine reveals himself as Darth Sidious to Anakin

Palpatine reveals his Sith identity to Anakin and offers to teach him the dark side to save Padmé.

battle
19 BBY

Battle on Mustafar

Anakin, now Darth Vader, attacks the Separatist leaders on Mustafar to eliminate them as instructed by Palpatine.

duel
19 BBY

Anakin's Duel with Obi-Wan on Mustafar

Obi-Wan confronts Anakin, now Darth Vader, on Mustafar leading to a fierce lightsaber duel ending with Anakin's severe injuries.

transformation
19 BBY

Anakin is Rebuilt as Darth Vader

After being rescued by Palpatine, Anakin is reconstructed in the iconic black suit and mask, becoming Darth Vader fully.

birth
19 BBY

Birth of Luke and Leia

Padmé gives birth to twins Luke and Leia secretly before dying, setting the stage for the original trilogy events.

duel
19 BBY

Yoda Fights Darth Sidious

Yoda confronts Palpatine in a lightsaber battle but is ultimately forced into exile after the defeat.

shelter
19 BBY

Obi-Wan delivers Luke to Tatooine

Obi-Wan takes Luke to live with his step-family on Tatooine to keep him safe from the Sith.