Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow Timeline ( Real )

film_release
September 25, 2004

Release of 'Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow'

The science fiction action film 'Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow,' directed by Kerry Conran and starring Jude Law and Gwyneth Paltrow, is released in theaters.

film_development
1995

Development of 'Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow' Concept

Director Kerry Conran develops the concept and screenplay for 'Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow,' inspired by 1930s and 1940s serials and comic books.

Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow Timeline ( Fictional )

attack
1939-01-15

Discovery of Giant Robot Attacks

A series of unprecedented giant robot attacks begin occurring, causing mass destruction in cities around the world.

disappearance
1939-02-10

Disappearance of Top Scientists

Leading scientists worldwide mysteriously vanish as they work on advanced technology projects related to energy and robotics.

meeting
1939-03-05

Sky Captain Meets Polly Perkins

Pilot Joe 'Sky Captain' Sullivan teams up with news reporter Polly Perkins after investigating the robot attacks together.

revelation
1939-03-15

Discovery of Dr. Totenkopf's Plan

Sky Captain and Polly uncover that Dr. Totenkopf is behind the robot attacks, aiming to use his world-destroying machine.

mission
1939-04-01

Infiltration of Dr. Totenkopf’s Base

Sky Captain and Polly infiltrate Dr. Totenkopf’s secret island base to stop his world-destroying plans.

climax
1939-04-02

Defeat of Dr. Totenkopf and Robot Army

Sky Captain and allies destroy Dr. Totenkopf’s robot army and prevent the activation of his doomsday device.