The Adventures of Tintin Timeline ( Real )

birth
May 22, 1907

Birth of Hergé

Georges Remi, later known by the pen name Hergé, the creator of The Adventures of Tintin, is born.

publication
January 10, 1929

First Tintin Comic Published

The first Tintin story, 'Tintin in the Land of the Soviets,' is published in the children's supplement Le Petit Vingtième.

publication
1931

Publication of 'Tintin in the Congo'

The second Tintin adventure, 'Tintin in the Congo,' is published, expanding Tintin's global adventures.

publication
1941

Publication of 'The Crab with the Golden Claws'

The ninth Tintin adventure, where Captain Haddock is introduced, is published.

character_debut
1941

Introduction of Captain Haddock

Captain Haddock, Tintin's loyal friend and companion, makes his first appearance in 'The Crab with the Golden Claws.'

publication
1943-1944

Publication of 'The Secret of the Unicorn' and 'Red Rackham's Treasure'

Two linked Tintin adventures focusing on a treasure hunt are published.

publication
1942

Publication of 'The Shooting Star'

Tintin adventure involving a meteorite with unique properties is published.

publication
1960

Publication of 'Tintin in Tibet'

One of the most personal Tintin adventures, dealing with friendship and bravery, is published.

publication
1963

Publication of 'The Castafiore Emerald'

A comic mystery set in Marlinspike Hall and focusing on the disappearance of an emerald is published.

death
March 3, 1983

Death of Hergé

Georges Remi (Hergé), creator of The Adventures of Tintin, dies.

media_release
1991

Release of 'The Adventures of Tintin' Animated TV Series

Animated television adaptation of The Adventures of Tintin is released, introducing the stories to a broader audience.

media_release
2011

Release of 'The Adventures of Tintin' Video Game

Video game based on The Adventures of Tintin franchise is released.

media_release
October 26, 2011

Release of 'The Adventures of Tintin' 3D Animated Film

Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson co-produce the motion-capture animated feature film adaptation of The Adventures of Tintin.

The Adventures of Tintin Timeline ( Fictional )

origin
early 1920s

Tintin Becomes a Reporter

Tintin begins his career as a young reporter, setting out on his first assignment which marks the beginning of his adventures.

major-plot
1930

Discovery of the Unicorn Model

Tintin discovers the model ship Unicorn, sparking the investigation into the mystery of the treasure of the Unicorn.

adventure
early 1930s

Journey to the Congo

Tintin travels to the Belgian Congo, encountering local tribes and exposing criminal activities.

adventure
mid 1930s

Adventure in the Soviet Union

Tintin ventures into the Soviet Union to expose the dangers of the regime and uncover espionage plots.

adventure
late 1930s

Trip to America

Tintin investigates crime in the United States, encountering gangsters and corruption.

adventure
early 1940s

Escape from the Desert

Tintin is captured and escapes from the desert, fleeing from his enemies.

sci-fi
1950s

Crash Landing on the Moon

Tintin becomes part of the first manned lunar expedition, experiencing a crash landing and survival on the Moon.

sci-fi
1950s

Return to the Moon

After the crash, Tintin and friends return to the Moon to continue their exploration and uncover mysteries.

character-development
across series

Rescue of Captain Haddock

Tintin helps rescue his close friend Captain Haddock from kidnappers and danger.

major-plot
mid 20th century

Uncovering the Treasure of the Unicorn

Tintin and friends finally locate and uncover the treasure hidden aboard the Unicorn shipwreck.