The Usual Suspects Timeline ( Real )

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August 16, 1995

Release of The Usual Suspects

The movie 'The Usual Suspects' directed by Bryan Singer was released in the United States.

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March 25, 1996

Oscar Win for Best Supporting Actor

Kevin Spacey won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Verbal Kint in 'The Usual Suspects'.

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March 25, 1996

Oscar Win for Best Original Screenplay

Christopher McQuarrie won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for 'The Usual Suspects'.

The Usual Suspects Timeline ( Fictional )

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Shortly before interrogation

Kobayashi Visits Verbal Kint

Kobayashi, the lawyer, makes contact with Verbal Kint at a police station to arrange a meeting detailing a heist.

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Day of interrogation

Routine Police Interrogation Begins

Verbal Kint begins telling the story of the events leading up to and following a complex heist during his police interrogation.

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Some days prior to interrogation

The Heist at the Shipyard

The group of criminals conducts a heist requested by Keyser Söze at the shipyard, resulting in multiple deaths and theft of drugs and money.

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Weeks before the interrogation

Five Criminals Meet in Jail

The five men—Verbal Kint, Dean Keaton, Michael McManus, Fred Fenster, and Todd Hockney—meet in police custody and decide to plan their next moves together.

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During interrogation

Kobayashi Explains the Threat of Keyser Söze

Kobayashi explains Keyser Söze is the mastermind behind the crime, a feared criminal known for ruthless tactics.

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During interrogation

Growing Suspicion about Keyser Söze's Identity

Throughout Verbal's account, police and viewers grow suspicious about the true identity of Keyser Söze.

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End of interrogation

Verbal Kint Reveals the Truth and Escapes

After telling his story, Verbal Kint walks free, revealing himself as Keyser Söze and disappearing, leaving police stunned.