The Mothman Prophecies Timeline ( Real )

publication
1975

Publication of 'The Mothman Prophecies' Book

John Keel publishes the book 'The Mothman Prophecies,' chronicling paranormal events in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, including sightings of the Mothman entity.

film_release
November 1, 2002

Release of 'The Mothman Prophecies' Film

The supernatural thriller film 'The Mothman Prophecies,' based on John Keel's book, is released starring Richard Gere and Laura Linney.

The Mothman Prophecies Timeline ( Fictional )

personal
Early 2000s, unspecified

Introduction to John Klein's Loss

John Klein's wife, Mary, dies suddenly, leading him into grief and instability.

supernatural
Shortly after moving back, Early 2000s

Initial Strange Phenomena

John starts experiencing mysterious phone calls and apparitions related to the Mothman after moving back to his hometown.

investigation
Within weeks of the strange events, Early 2000s

Visit to Point Pleasant

John travels to Point Pleasant, West Virginia, seeking answers about the strange occurrences linked to the Mothman legend.

information
During initial days in Point Pleasant

Meeting with Gordon Smallwood

John meets the local deputy Gordon Smallwood, who informs him of recent Mothman sightings and unexplained events in the town.

investigation
Following his arrival in Point Pleasant

John's Investigation Deepens

John discovers connections between the Mothman sightings and a series of strange dreams, cryptic newspaper clippings, and paranormal activity.

supernatural
Throughout the investigation

Mysterious Phone Calls to John

John receives cryptic phone calls that hint at future disasters, deepening the mystery around the Mothman phenomena.

supernatural
Mid-investigation in Point Pleasant

Encounter with Spectral Mothman

John has a direct, unsettling encounter with the Mothman apparition that seems to warn him of impending doom.

disaster
December 15, 1967

The Silver Bridge Collapse

The Silver Bridge in Point Pleasant suddenly collapses during rush hour, causing tragic loss of life.

resolution
Post-collapse, late 1967

Aftermath and Closure

John attempts to understand the connection between the Mothman warnings and the Silver Bridge disaster, seeking personal closure and peace.