The independent science fiction psychological thriller film Donnie Darko was released in the United States.
Donnie Darko was screened at the Sundance Film Festival, helping to increase its recognition and cult status.
Richard Kelly, the writer and director of Donnie Darko, was born.
Donnie Darko was released on Blu-ray, allowing for remastered quality and additional features for fans.
A jet engine mysteriously crashes into Donnie's house while he is sleepwalking, narrowly missing him but destroying his bedroom.
Donnie encounters a mysterious figure in a menacing rabbit costume named Frank, who tells him the world will end in 28 days, 6 hours, 42 minutes, and 12 seconds.
Under Frank's influence, Donnie causes the school to flood by breaking a water main, demonstrating his unusual powers.
Donnie begins therapy with Dr. Thurman, discussing his visions and struggles with mental health.
Donnie meets Gretchen Ross, a new student, beginning a romantic relationship.
Donnie burns down cult leader Jim Cunningham's house after discovering his true nature.
At the school dance, Gretchen is hit and killed by a car driven by Frank, who is revealed to be a real person, not just a vision.
Donnie realizes that the tangent universe is collapsing and decides to sacrifice himself to save others.
Donnie stays in his bedroom and is killed by the jet engine that crashes during the tangent universe collapse, restoring the original timeline and saving everyone else.
