The Sixth Sense Timeline ( Real )

film_release
August 6, 1999

Release of 'The Sixth Sense'

The movie 'The Sixth Sense', directed by M. Night Shyamalan, was officially released to the public.

film_premiere
August 1, 1999

Premiere of 'The Sixth Sense'

The world premiere of 'The Sixth Sense' took place, marking the first public screening of the film.

casting
1998

Casting of Bruce Willis and Haley Joel Osment

Bruce Willis and Haley Joel Osment were cast in the lead roles, which became iconic performances.

filming
Late 1997

Filming of 'The Sixth Sense' Begins

Principal photography for 'The Sixth Sense' started under the direction of M. Night Shyamalan.

script_writing
1996-1997

Writing of 'The Sixth Sense' Script

M. Night Shyamalan wrote the screenplay for 'The Sixth Sense', which would become a highly acclaimed thriller.

The Sixth Sense Timeline ( Fictional )

ghost_encounter
Early Autumn, Present Year

Cole first sees a ghost

Cole Sear, an eight-year-old boy, experiences his first ghost sighting, realizing he can see and communicate with dead people.

psychological_case
Early Autumn, Present Year

Malcolm Crowe assigned to Cole's case

Child psychologist Dr. Malcolm Crowe takes Cole as his patient to help him with behavioral issues and mysterious fears.

revelation
Several weeks after initial meeting

Cole reveals ability to Malcolm

After gaining trust, Cole reveals to Malcolm that he can see and talk to ghosts, opening the central conflict of the story.

investigation
Mid Autumn, Present Year

Malcolm investigates previous cases

Malcolm investigates his own unresolved cases, including assessing his relationship with his wife and reflections on his past failure.

epiphany
Late Autumn, Present Year

Malcolm realizes he is dead

Malcolm comes to the shocking realization that he himself is a ghost, having been killed earlier without knowing it.

emotional_growth
Shortly after epiphany

Malcolm helps Cole embrace his ability

Malcolm encourages Cole to accept his gift, learn to communicate with spirits, and help them find peace.

ghost_interaction
Late Autumn, Present Year

Cole helps the ghost of Kyra

Cole communicates with the ghost of a sick girl named Kyra, helping her convey her final message to her mother.

closure
Late Autumn, Present Year

Malcolm communicates with his wife

Malcolm has a final emotional moment with his wife, letting her know he loves her and saying goodbye.

resolution
Late Autumn, Present Year

Malcolm moves on to the afterlife

Having resolved his attachments, Malcolm's spirit passes on peacefully.