Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest Timeline ( Real )

production_announcement
February 2003

Announcement of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest

Disney officially announced the production of the sequel to Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl.

filming_start
July 2005

Start of Filming for Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest

Principal photography began for the second installment of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise.

filming_end
November 2005

End of Filming for Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest

Principal photography wrapped up on the sequel.

release
July 7, 2006

Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest Theatrical Release

The movie was released in theaters worldwide and became a major box office success.

Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest Timeline ( Fictional )

discovery
After the founding of the Brethren Court, during Jack Sparrow's earlier pirate career

Davy Jones' Chest Discovered

The crew of the Black Pearl discovers the legendary Dead Man's Chest, which contains the heart of Davy Jones, making it the key to controlling him.

revelation
Prior to main events of the film

Jack Sparrow's Debt to Davy Jones Revealed

It's revealed that Jack Sparrow owes 100 years of servitude to Davy Jones, as a result of a deal made years ago.

political
During main events of the film

Lord Beckett Pressures the East India Trading Company

Lord Beckett uses the threat of the ruthless Davy Jones and his crew to control the seas and suppress piracy.

quest
Beginning of main events

Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann Seek Jack Sparrow's Help

Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann search for Jack Sparrow to help them find the Dead Man's Chest and defeat Davy Jones.

supernatural
Early in the film

Tia Dalma Revives Jack Sparrow

Tia Dalma performs a ritual to bring Jack Sparrow back to life after he drowns in the ocean.

quest
Throughout the film

Quest to Find the Dead Man's Chest

The main characters embark on a dangerous journey to find the Dead Man's Chest before Davy Jones or his crew can claim it.

battle
Late in the film

Battle on Isla Cruces

A chaotic battle takes place on Isla Cruces between Jack Sparrow, Will Turner, and other pirate factions to seize the Dead Man's Chest.

deal
Late in the film

Will Turner Trades His Soul

Will Turner makes a deal to save Elizabeth, resulting in his soul being bound to Davy Jones' Locker.

capture
Near the film's climax

Jack Sparrow Captured by Davy Jones

Jack Sparrow is captured and taken aboard the Flying Dutchman to face Davy Jones.

turning_point
Climax

Davy Jones' Heart is Stolen

Jack Sparrow steals Davy Jones' heart from the chest, gaining control over him.