Children of Men Timeline ( Real )

health-crisis
1995

Start of Infertility Crisis

Reports emerge globally about a mysterious infertility crisis leading to the cessation of human births.

political
October 24, 1945

United Nations Established

Formation of the United Nations as a global peacekeeping body; background for global governance in the film's world.

societal
Circa 2027

Collapse of Global Society

Social and political order begins to collapse due to environmental disaster and war, setting the backdrop for dystopian themes.

political
Circa 2027

Britain Declares State of Emergency

In response to massive refugee crises and domestic unrest, Britain declares a state of emergency.

human-interest
Circa 2027

Birth of First Baby in Nearly Two Decades

A baby is born to Kee, marking the first known birth in almost two decades, giving hope for humanity.

Children of Men Timeline ( Fictional )

global_crisis
2027

Onset of Global Infertility

Worldwide human infertility begins, causing no children to be born for over 18 years.

social_collapse
2035

Collapse of Social Order

Societies worldwide begin to collapse due to the uncertainty and despair caused by infertility and ongoing wars.

political_policy
2037

Britain's Restrictive Immigration Laws

The British government enforces strict immigration policies, heavily surveilling and imprisoning refugees and immigrants.

cultural_event
2037

Introduction of the Fishes Motif on Refugee Centers

Anti-immigrant propaganda with fish symbols appears on refugee centers, signifying hostility.

militant_movement
2038

Rise of The Fishes Rebel Group

The Fishes, a militant pro-immigrant group, begins active resistance against the government.

character_backstory
2039

Theo Faron's Estrangement

Theo, a former activist, becomes withdrawn after the death of his wife and the decline of hope globally.

character_backstory
2046

Julian's Capture and Imprisonment

Julian, a former activist and mother to Kee, is captured for aiding immigrants.

plot_event
2047

Kee is Recruited by The Fishes

Julian entrusts her daughter Kee to Theo to deliver her to the Fishes for safety and possible escape.

plot_event
2047

Theo Agrees to Help Kee

Theo reluctantly agrees to escort Kee to the Fishes headquarters despite risks.

conflict
2047

Attack on Refugee Camp

The government raids and attacks a refugee camp causing multiple casualties and destruction.

plot_twist
2047

Kee Reveals She is Pregnant

Kee reveals she is the first pregnant woman in 18 years, a miracle sparking hope for humanity.

plot_event
2047

Theo and Kee Escape to Safe House

Theo transports Kee to a safe house to protect her from government agents and the Fishes.

conflict
2047

Government Forces Attack Safe House

Military forces attack the safe house attempting to capture Kee and Theo.

character_death
2047

Death of Julian

Julian is killed during a raid while trying to keep Kee safe.

character_development
2047

Theo Joins the Fishes

After experiencing loss and learning of Kee's pregnancy, Theo commits fully to protecting her and helping the Fishes.

plot_event
2047

Journey to the Human Project

Theo, Kee, and others make their way to the coastline to meet the Human Project, a secretive organization hoping to help Kee and future children.

character_death
2047

Theo's Death

Theo sacrifices himself to ensure Kee's safe passage to a boat bound for the Human Project.

plot_event
2047

Kee Departs for the Human Project

Kee boards a boat to the Human Project, carrying the hope of humankind's future.