The Romanov family, including Tsar Nicholas II and his children, is executed by Bolsheviks, leading to rumors and myths about possible survival of some members.
Rumors and stories begin to circulate that Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna Romanova may have survived the execution, sparking widespread intrigue and search for the lost princess.
Anna Anderson comes forward, claiming to be the Grand Duchess Anastasia, attracting significant attention and legal battles over her identity.
Medical and historical evidence, including DNA testing later on, definitively prove that Anna Anderson was not Anastasia but a different woman, ending much of the speculation.
20th Century Fox and Don Bluth release the animated musical fantasy film 'Anastasia', popularizing and fictionalizing the story of the lost Romanov princess.
The Romanov family, including young Grand Duchess Anastasia, is held captive by the Bolsheviks.
Anastasia is believed to have perished with her family during the execution at Yekaterinburg.
Anastasia survives the family's execution but suffers from amnesia, unaware of her true identity.
Anastasia is raised in a Russian orphanage under an unknown identity.
Anya (Anastasia) encounters Dimitri, who is working to find the missing Romanov heir to help restore the family's fortune.
Anya and Dimitri embark on a quest to reach Paris, the last known location tied to Anastasia's history.
Anya gradually recalls her past and confirms she is the lost Grand Duchess Anastasia.
Anya faces off against evil sorcerer Rasputin, who cursed her family and seeks to prevent her from reclaiming her identity.
Anastasia reunites with her grandmother in Paris, restoring her family connections and royal legacy.
