Signs Timeline ( Real )

film_release
August 2, 2002

Release of the Movie 'Signs'

The science fiction thriller film 'Signs', directed by M. Night Shyamalan, was released in the United States.

film_production
September 2001

Filming of 'Signs' Begins

Principal photography for the movie 'Signs' starts in rural Pennsylvania, depicting the story of crop circles and alien invasions.

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September 2002

Box Office Success of 'Signs'

The movie 'Signs' gains commercial success, grossing over $400 million worldwide and becoming one of the most successful films of 2002.

Signs Timeline ( Fictional )

discovery
summer_early

Graham Discovers Crop Circles

Graham Hess and his family find strange crop circles in their cornfield for the first time.

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months_before_crop_circles

Graham's Wife Dies in Car Accident

Graham's wife tragically passes away in a car crash, prompting him to lose faith.

investigation
summer_day_2

Graham and Merrill Investigate Crop Circles

Graham and his brother Merrill examine and speculate about the crop circles appearing in their field.

alien_encounter
summer_night

Aliens Appear and Attack Farm

Alien beings begin appearing and attacking the Hess farm, escalating the family's danger.

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summer_day_3

Graham's Son Bo Discovers Listening Device

Bo uses a tape recorder to detect strange alien noises suggesting a form of communication or tracking.

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summer_night_2

Family Takes Shelter in Basement

In response to alien threats, the Hess family retreats to their basement for safety.

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summer_day_4

Graham's Faith is Restored

Through the events and his son's survival, Graham regains his faith and hope.