Law Abiding Citizen Timeline ( Real )

film_release
October 16, 2009

Release of 'Law Abiding Citizen' Film

The movie 'Law Abiding Citizen' was officially released in theaters across the United States, bringing the film to the public.

film_production
2008

Filming of 'Law Abiding Citizen' Completed

The principal photography for 'Law Abiding Citizen' was completed, marking the end of the film's shooting phase.

casting
2007

Casting of Lead Actors Announced

Announcement that Gerard Butler and Jamie Foxx would star in the movie 'Law Abiding Citizen.'

Law Abiding Citizen Timeline ( Fictional )

crime
Day 1

Nick and Daughter Murdered

Clyde Shelton's wife and daughter are brutally murdered during a home invasion.

law_enforcement
Day 5

Arrest of Diamond and Clarence

Detectives arrest the two men responsible for the murders, Darby and Clyde Shelton.

legal
Week 2

Plea Deal Accepted

Prosecutor Nick Rice makes a plea deal with Clarence Darby, leading to a lighter sentence and release.

escape
Month 2

Shelton Escapes Jail

Clyde Shelton escapes from jail after conspiring to execute a plan for revenge against those involved.

crime
Month 3

Shelton Kills Clarence Darby

Shelton kills Clarence Darby in prison to retaliate against those who betrayed justice.

crime
Month 4

Shelton Targets District Attorney Nick Rice

Shelton kidnaps and tortures individuals close to Nick Rice to punish him for the plea deal.

terrorism
Month 5

Shelton's Bombing Campaign

Shelton orchestrates a series of bombings around Philadelphia targeting the legal system and its members.

personal
Month 6

Nick Rice Faces Ethical Dilemma

Rice wrestles with dilemma about justice, compromise, and his professional ethics as Shelton’s attacks escalate.

climax
Month 6 End

Final Confrontation

Nick Rice confronts Shelton in a tense standoff that ends with Shelton's death and restoration of order.