Mary Reilly Timeline ( Real )

literature
1990

Publication of 'Mary Reilly' Novel

The novel 'Mary Reilly' by Valerie Martin, which the movie is based on, was published.

film_casting
1995

Casting of Julia Roberts as Mary Reilly

Julia Roberts was cast in the titular role of Mary Reilly in the film adaptation.

film_casting
1995

Casting of John Malkovich as Dr. Jekyll/Mr. Hyde

John Malkovich was cast to play the dual role of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.

film_release
April 26, 1996

Release of the Film 'Mary Reilly'

The film 'Mary Reilly' was released to theaters.

Mary Reilly Timeline ( Fictional )

employment_start
Late 19th century, circa 1880s

Mary Reilly starts work at Dr. Jekyll's household

Mary Reilly begins her employment as a maid at the household of Dr. Henry Jekyll in London, entering a world hidden from common view.

character_interaction
Shortly after starting work, 1880s

Mary meets Dr. Henry Jekyll

Mary meets the enigmatic Dr. Henry Jekyll, beginning to observe his peculiar behaviors and deep loneliness.

character_interaction
Soon after Dr. Jekyll's duality is revealed, 1880s

Mary befriends Mr. Edward Hyde

Mary unexpectedly develops a complex relationship with Mr. Edward Hyde, the darker alter ego of Dr. Jekyll, sensing the danger beneath his charisma.

discovery
Mid-1880s

Mary uncovers Dr. Jekyll's secret experiments

Mary discovers Dr. Jekyll's secret research into the dual nature of man, realizing the connection between Jekyll and Hyde.

conflict
Mid to late 1880s

Violence erupts as Hyde's identity is revealed

Hyde's violent tendencies become publicly evident, causing fear and chaos in the household and community.

confrontation
Late 1880s

Mary confronts Dr. Jekyll/Hyde

Mary confronts Dr. Jekyll about his transformations and the danger posed by Mr. Hyde, pleading for change and mercy.

resolution
Late 1880s

Dr. Jekyll dies, Hyde disappears

The final tragic conclusion occurs as Dr. Jekyll dies, ending the reign of Hyde and leaving Mary to reflect on the duality and darkness she witnessed.