Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings Timeline ( Real )

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October 6, 2011

Announcement of Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings

The official announcement of the first movie in the Puella Magi Madoka Magica film trilogy, titled 'Beginnings', which is a retelling and continuation of the original anime series.

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October 6, 2012

Release of Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings in Japan

The theatrical release of 'Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings' in Japan, marking the first part of the movie trilogy adapting and expanding the original anime series story.

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February 8, 2013

Home media release of Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings

The Blu-ray and DVD release of the first movie, allowing wider audiences to view the film outside theaters and expanding its accessibility.

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April 2013

International screenings of Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings

Special international screenings and film festivals showcasing the movie outside Japan, helping increase its global fan base.

Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie Part I: Beginnings Timeline ( Fictional )

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Early school semester, Year 1

Madoka Kaname Meets Homura Akemi

Madoka Kaname encounters the mysterious transfer student Homura Akemi for the first time, sparking curiosity.

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Mid school semester, Year 1

Madoka and Sayaka Encounter Kyubey

Madoka and Sayaka Mizuki meet the strange creature Kyubey who offers them the chance to become magical girls by making a contract.

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Several days after contract offer, Year 1

Kyoko Sakura's Appearance

Kyoko Sakura, a veteran magical girl, appears and demonstrates the seriousness of the magical girl fate to Madoka and Sayaka.

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Late school semester, Year 1

Madoka's Wish Proposal

Madoka contemplates the wish she would make if she became a magical girl, illustrating her pure heart and hesitation.

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End of school semester, Year 1

Sayaka's Decision to Become a Magical Girl

Sayaka Mizuki decides to accept Kyubey's offer, choosing to become a magical girl and fight witches.