The original graphic novel 'Cowboys & Aliens' was published, which inspired the creation of the movie.
Daniel Craig and Harrison Ford were cast in the lead roles, significantly boosting the movie's profile.
Principal photography began for the movie, marking the start of its production phase.
The movie was officially released in theaters worldwide, introducing audiences to its unique blend of Western and science fiction genres.
Jake Lonergan wakes up in the desert with no memory and a mysterious metallic bracelet on his wrist.
Jake arrives in Absolution, a small frontier town controlled by wealthy landowner Colonel Dolarhyde.
Jake attempts to confront Dolarhyde but is overpowered, revealing tensions in the town.
An alien spacecraft arrives and abducts several townspeople, initiating the central conflict.
Jake forms an alliance with local woman Ella Swenson, who has her own scores to settle.
Jake and others discover advanced alien weapons that can be used against the invaders.
Townspeople, led by Jake and Ella, fight back using both traditional weapons and alien tech.
Jake confronts and defeats the alien leader, ending the invasion threat.
The survivors begin to rebuild the town and recover from the devastation caused by the invasion.
