William Goldman publishes 'The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure,' a novel blending adventure, romance, and satire.
The film adaptation of 'The Princess Bride' directed by Rob Reiner is released, becoming a beloved cult classic.
The original motion picture soundtrack for 'The Princess Bride' is released, featuring music composed by Mark Knopfler.
Various anniversary editions of the novel are released, renewing interest in Goldman's work.
Discussions and development begin for a Broadway adaptation of 'The Princess Bride,' aiming to bring the story to the stage.
A television series adaptation of 'The Princess Bride' is announced to be in development, expanding the franchise further.
Buttercup spends her early years on her parents' farm in the country of Florin.
Buttercup meets her farm boy Westley, who later leaves to seek his fortune so they can marry.
Westley leaves Buttercup to find his fortune, promising to return when he can marry her.
Westley's ship is reported sunk by the Dread Pirate Roberts, leading to widespread belief that he is dead.
After mourning Westley, Buttercup agrees to marry Prince Humperdinck, heir to the throne of Florin.
Buttercup is kidnapped by a trio of outlaws—Vizzini, Fezzik, and Inigo Montoya—on behalf of Prince Humperdinck's secret plan.
Westley returns disguised as the Dread Pirate Roberts to rescue Buttercup from her kidnappers.
Westley confronts Vizzini, Fezzik, and Inigo Montoya at the Cliffs of Insanity and defeats the kidnappers.
Inigo Montoya vows to find and kill Count Rugen, the six-fingered man who murdered his father.
Westley, Inigo, and Fezzik infiltrate Prince Humperdinck's castle to rescue Buttercup and settle scores.
Inigo Montoya kills Count Rugen, fulfilling his lifelong quest for revenge.
Westley confronts and defeats Prince Humperdinck, thwarting his plans to marry Buttercup by force.
Westley and Buttercup leave Florin together, free from danger and reunited in love.
