The Day the Earth Stood Still Timeline ( Real )

The Day the Earth Stood Still Timeline ( Fictional )

arrival
Near Future, Day 1

Klaatu's Arrival on Earth

An alien spacecraft lands in Washington D.C., marking the beginning of Klaatu's visit to Earth.

contact
Near Future, Day 1

Initial Contact with Authorities

Klaatu attempts peaceful communication with Earth's authorities but is met with suspicion and hostility.

conflict
Near Future, Day 1

Klaatu is Shot and Hospitalized

Klaatu is shot by a nervous soldier and taken to a hospital, increasing tensions between humans and aliens.

escape
Near Future, Day 2

Klaatu Escapes Hospital

Klaatu escapes hospital custody to avoid capture and to fulfill his mission on Earth.

disguise
Near Future, Day 2

Klaatu Assumes Human Identity as Carpenter

Klaatu adopts the identity "Mr. Carpenter" and tries to understand human society and warn them about their violent behavior.

relationship
Near Future, Day 3

Meeting with Helen and Bobby

Klaatu befriends Helen Benson and her son Bobby, establishing a human connection to convey his message.

warning
Near Future, Day 3

Klaatu Reveals the Warning

Klaatu explains that extraterrestrial life is monitoring Earth and will intervene if humans do not cease aggressive practices, especially regarding weapons.

demonstration
Near Future, Day 4

Klaatu Demonstrates Power by Stopping Technology

To emphasize his warning, Klaatu causes all electrical devices to stop functioning temporarily, creating global chaos.

departure
Near Future, Day 5

Klaatu Returns to Spacecraft with Gort

Having delivered his warning, Klaatu prepares to leave Earth, accompanied by the robot Gort.