Finding Dory Timeline ( Real )

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May 30, 2003

Release of 'Finding Nemo'

Pixar Animation Studios released 'Finding Nemo', the predecessor to 'Finding Dory', which introduced the characters and story that 'Finding Dory' would follow up on.

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July 8, 2013

Announcement of 'Finding Dory'

Pixar officially announced the production of 'Finding Dory', the sequel to the successful movie 'Finding Nemo'.

production
Early 2014

Voice casting and recording for 'Finding Dory' begins

Voice actors, including Ellen DeGeneres and Albert Brooks, began recording their roles for 'Finding Dory'.

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November 17, 2015

Release of the first teaser trailer for 'Finding Dory'

The first teaser trailer was released to announce the upcoming sequel and build anticipation for the movie.

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June 17, 2016

Premiere and theatrical release of 'Finding Dory'

Disney and Pixar's 'Finding Dory' was released in theaters around the world.

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November 22, 2016

Home media release of 'Finding Dory'

The movie was released on DVD, Blu-ray, and digital platforms for home viewing.

Finding Dory Timeline ( Fictional )

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Dory's Childhood

Young Dory's Lost Memory

Dory as a young fish experiences early memory loss, causing her to forget important things including her family.

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Shortly after Childhood

Dory Meets Marlin and Nemo

Dory meets Marlin and Nemo and joins them on their journey, forming lasting friendships.

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Present Time

Dory Starts Remembering Her Family

While living with Marlin and Nemo, Dory starts recalling memories of her family and her origins.

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Present Time

Dory Decides to Find Her Family

Dory makes the decision to find her long-lost parents after recalling her childhood memories.

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Present Time

Journey to the Marine Life Institute

Dory, Marlin, and Nemo travel to the Marine Life Institute where Dory believes her family might be.

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At the Marine Life Institute

Dory Meets Hank

Dory encounters Hank, the septopus, who helps her navigate the Marine Life Institute in exchange for a favor.

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At the Marine Life Institute

Various Challenges at the Institute

Dory faces many challenges including escapes and retrieving clues about her family's whereabouts.

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End of Journey

Dory Reunites with Her Parents

After overcoming obstacles, Dory finds and is happily reunited with her parents at the Marine Life Institute.

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After Reunion

Dory Returns to Ocean with New Friends

Dory, now reunited with her parents, returns to the ocean with Marlin, Nemo, and Hank.