The Spiderwick Chronicles Timeline ( Real )

literature
April 1, 2003

Publication of The Spiderwick Chronicles Book Series

The original book series The Spiderwick Chronicles, written by Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black, was published. The series consists of five books, capturing the adventures of the Grace children in a world of mythical creatures.

film
February 14, 2008

Release of The Spiderwick Chronicles Film

The Spiderwick Chronicles movie, a live-action film adaptation of the book series, was released in theaters. The film further popularized the franchise and introduced it to a wider audience.

video_game
February 11, 2008

Release of The Spiderwick Chronicles Video Game

A video game based on The Spiderwick Chronicles was released, tying in with the film's release and allowing fans to engage interactively with the franchise's world.

comic
March 2009

Launch of The Spiderwick Chronicles Comic Book Series

A comic book adaptation/extension of The Spiderwick Chronicles universe was published, expanding the narrative and providing fans with new stories.

The Spiderwick Chronicles Timeline ( Fictional )

origin
mid-1800s

Founding of the Spiderwick Estate

The Spiderwick estate is established and constructed by the Spiderwick family in the 19th century, becoming the central location for many fantastical events.

discovery
early 1900s

Arthur Spiderwick's Discovery of the Field Guide

Arthur Spiderwick discovers and begins compiling The Field Guide to the Fantastical World Around You, documenting magical creatures and occurrences.

event
circa 1910

Arthur Spiderwick's Disappearance

Arthur mysteriously disappears, leaving behind the Field Guide and his home, which becomes abandoned for decades.

event
present day (early 2000s)

Grace Family Moves into Spiderwick Estate

The Grace family, including siblings Jared, Simon, and Mallory, move into the Spiderwick estate and discover the Field Guide and magical secrets within.

encounter
a few days after moving in

Jared's Encounter with Thimbletack

Jared encounters the brownie Thimbletack, who becomes his reluctant ally in their battles against sinister creatures.

revelation
weeks after arrival

Discovery of the Goblin King Pursuing the Field Guide

The Grace children learn that the malevolent Goblin King is after the Field Guide to use it for dark purposes.

conflict
several weeks after discovering the guide

Battle at the Spiderwick Estate

The Grace siblings fight against goblins and other creatures to protect the Field Guide and themselves from harm.

supernatural
near the climax of the conflict

Return of Arthur Spiderwick's Spirit

The spirit of Arthur appears to aid Jared and his siblings in understanding and combating the magical threats they face.

resolution
end of the timeline

The Grace Family Protects the Field Guide

The family succeeds in protecting the Field Guide from falling into the wrong hands, preserving the balance between the human and magical worlds.