20th Century Fox officially announces the production of The Wolverine, a sequel to the X-Men Origins: Wolverine film.
Principal photography for The Wolverine starts in Japan, marking the beginning of the film's shooting schedule.
Post-production work on The Wolverine begins, including editing, visual effects, and scoring.
The Wolverine has its world premiere in Japan, highlighting the film's significant Japanese setting.
The Wolverine is released to the general public in the United States and worldwide.
After the events of the X-Men films, Logan (Wolverine) is summoned to Japan by an elderly Yashida, a wealthy businessman who saved his life during World War II.
Yashida reveals to Logan that he is dying and wants to transfer Logan's healing powers to himself to extend his own life.
Yashida is attacked and seemingly killed during a ceremony, leading Logan to become involved in the struggle for Yashida's inheritance and legacy.
Logan reconnects with Mariko Yashida, Yashida's granddaughter, and becomes her protector as danger surrounds her.
Logan fights the Yakuza to protect Mariko and confront threats tied to the inheritance and corporate power.
Logan confronts the mutant Viper and the Silver Samurai, who are antagonists working against him and Mariko.
Yashida successfully drains Logan's healing ability to prolong his own life, leaving Logan more vulnerable.
Logan struggles with the loss of his regenerative powers and vulnerability for the first time in decades.
A climactic fight occurs involving Logan, Mariko, and various enemies, including the Silver Samurai, to protect Mariko's inheritance and expose the truth.
Logan's healing ability returns but is not as strong as before, allowing him to continue fighting and surviving.
Mariko leaves Japan with Logan's protection to start a new life away from threat and danger.
