Dogma Timeline ( Real )

founding
April 12, 1935

Republic Pictures Founded

Republic Pictures, an American film studio that would later influence the independent film production landscape, was founded.

career_milestone
Early 1990s

Kevin Smith Begins Filmmaking Career

Kevin Smith, the director and writer of Dogma, began his filmmaking career which eventually led to the creation of Dogma.

film_release
November 14, 1999

Dogma Movie Release

Dogma, a fantasy comedy film directed by Kevin Smith, was officially released in theaters.

cultural_impact
Circa 2000

Dogma Gains Cult Following

Following its release, Dogma developed a significant cult following and became notable for its controversial and satirical take on religious themes.

Dogma Timeline ( Fictional )

character_origin
Eternal Past

Creation of the 13th Apostle

Bartleby and Loki are created by God, serving as fallen angels cast out of Heaven.

character_origin
Eternal Past

Bartleby and Loki's Fall from Heaven

Bartleby and Loki are banished from Heaven for their rebellion and become fallen angels trapped on Earth.

character_event
Present Day (1999)

Bethany's Calling

Bethany Sloane discovers she has been chosen as the last scion to stop the angels from exploiting a loophole that could undo existence.

plot_event
Present Day (1999)

Bartleby and Loki Plot to Re-enter Heaven

Bartleby and Loki learn about a loophole that would allow them to return to Heaven and be absolved of their sins, which would inadvertently cause all of existence to be undone.

character_event
Present Day (1999)

Bethany Meets Metatron

Metatron, the Voice of God, identifies Bethany as the chosen one and guides her to prevent the cataclysmic event.

plot_event
Present Day (1999)

Recruitment of Allies

Bethany assembles a team including two prophets, Jay and Silent Bob, and Rufus to aid in stopping Bartleby and Loki.

climax_event
Present Day (1999)

Confrontation at the Cathedral

Bethany and her allies confront Bartleby and Loki in a dramatic battle to prevent their re-entry into Heaven through the church's sacred door.

resolution
Present Day (1999)

Bartleby's Demise and Loophole Closure

Bartleby is struck down after being offered redemption; the loophole is closed, preventing the universe from unraveling.

resolution
Present Day (1999)

Heaven's Council Judgment

The heavenly council evaluates the consequences of the events, and the balance of cosmic order is restored.

character_event
Present Day (1999)

Bethany Resumes Normal Life

After the ordeal, Bethany returns to her life with renewed faith and understanding.