127 Hours Timeline ( Real )

biography
October 27, 1975

Aron Ralston's Birth

Aron Ralston, the main subject of 127 Hours, is born.

accident
April 26, 2003

Aron Ralston's Canyon Hiking Accident

Aron Ralston becomes trapped by a boulder in Bluejohn Canyon, Utah, leading to a desperate struggle for survival.

rescue
April 30, 2003

Aron Ralston's Self-Amputation and Rescue

After being trapped for more than five days, Aron Ralston amputates his own arm to escape and is rescued shortly after.

publication
2004

Publication of Aron Ralston's Memoir

Aron Ralston releases his memoir 'Between a Rock and a Hard Place' recounting his harrowing experience.

film
November 5, 2010

Release of the Film '127 Hours'

The film '127 Hours,' directed by Danny Boyle and based on Aron Ralston's ordeal, premieres.

127 Hours Timeline ( Fictional )

hiking_start
Day 1 - Morning

Start of the Hike

Aron Ralston begins his solo hiking trip in Blue John Canyon, Utah.

exploration
Day 1 - Late Morning

Entering the Canyon

Aron enters the narrow Blue John Canyon, navigating through tight spaces and enjoying the scenery.

accident
Day 1 - Early Afternoon

Trapping Accident

A boulder shifts, pinning Aron's right arm against the canyon wall, trapping him.

escape_attempt
Day 1 - Afternoon

Initial Escape Attempts

Aron attempts to free his arm using various tools and methods but fails.

survival
Day 1 - Evening

Rationing Water and Food

Realizing he might be trapped for a while, Aron conserves his limited water and food supplies.

mental_state
Day 2

Reflection and Flashbacks

Aron recalls memories, watches videos, and sings to keep his spirits up while trapped.

communication
Day 2

Writing Messages and Diary Entries

Aron writes messages on the canyon walls and keeps a video diary recording his ordeal.

desperate_measures
Day 6

Desperation and Self-care

Aron performs self-care, including amputating his own arm to free himself from the boulder.

escape_attempt
Day 6 - Night

Self-Amputation

Aron uses a dull knife and tools to amputate his trapped arm after multiple failed escape attempts.

escape_success
Day 7 - Early Morning

Climbing Out of the Canyon

Freed from the boulder, Aron climbs out of the canyon despite his injuries.

rescue
Day 7 - Morning

Rescue and Recovery

Hikers discover Aron and assist him, leading to his rescue and medical treatment.