Beowulf & Grendel Timeline ( Real )

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May 18, 2005

Release of 'Beowulf & Grendel'

The movie 'Beowulf & Grendel', a fantasy film based on the Anglo-Saxon epic poem Beowulf, was released.

Beowulf & Grendel Timeline ( Fictional )

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Year 1, Winter

Grendel's Attacks Begin

Grendel starts terrorizing the Danish village by attacking warriors at night, causing fear among the people.

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Year 1, Early Spring

Beowulf Arrives

Beowulf, a strong warrior from Geatland, arrives at the Danish village to help King Hrothgar deal with the monster.

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Year 1, Spring

Recognition of Grendel's Presence

Beowulf and the villagers confirm Grendel is responsible for the recent attacks.

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Year 1, Late Spring

Beowulf Hunts Grendel

Beowulf sets out to find and confront Grendel to put an end to the terror.

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Year 1, Early Summer

Battle Between Beowulf and Grendel

Beowulf battles Grendel in a fierce fight in the mead hall and eventually wounds the monster.

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Year 1, Summer

Grendel Escapes but Later Dies

Grendel escapes the initial fight but is mortally wounded and later dies from his injuries.

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Year 1, Late Summer

Discovery of Grendel's Mother

Villagers learn of Grendel's mother and the threat she poses after seeking revenge for her son's death.

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Year 1, Early Autumn

Beowulf Confronts Grendel's Mother

Beowulf goes underwater to face Grendel's mother in her lair to prevent further destruction.

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Year 1, Mid Autumn

Beowulf Kills Grendel's Mother

After a fierce underwater battle, Beowulf kills Grendel's mother, securing peace for the village.

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Year 1, Late Autumn

Beowulf Prepares to Leave

With the threat eliminated, Beowulf prepares to return to Geatland, having secured peace for the Danes.