Child's Play Timeline ( Real )

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November 9, 1988

Release of Child's Play (1988)

The original horror film Child's Play, featuring the iconic character Chucky, is released in theaters.

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November 9, 1990

Release of Child's Play 2

The sequel to Child's Play is released, continuing the story of the murderous doll Chucky.

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October 12, 2004

Release of Seed of Chucky

The fifth film in the Child's Play series is released, focusing on Chucky's offspring.

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October 3, 2017

Release of Cult of Chucky

The seventh installment in the Child’s Play franchise is released, continuing the story of the killer doll.

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June 21, 2019

Release of Child's Play (2019) Remake

A modern reboot of the original Child’s Play film with a rebooted origin story for Chucky.

Child's Play Timeline ( Fictional )

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Day 1: Andy's birthday

Introduction of Andy Barclay

Andy Barclay receives a Good Guy doll named Chucky as a birthday gift from his mother.

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Several days after Andy's birthday

Chucky Animates and Begins Terror

The doll Chucky comes to life, possessed by the soul of serial killer Charles Lee Ray, and begins to terrorize Andy and his family.

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Following initial attacks

Andy Seeks Help from Authorities

Andy tries to convince the police and adults that Chucky is alive and dangerous, but no one believes him.

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During the days following the doll's animation

Chucky Commits Multiple Murders

Chucky kills several characters, increasing the danger to Andy and escalating the conflict.

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Late in the timeline, a few days after the terror begins

Final Confrontation in Apartment

Andy confronts Chucky in a series of battles, ultimately trying to stop the doll's rampage.

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End of timeline

Burning of Chucky

Chucky is finally burned in a furnace, seemingly ending the threat posed by the possessed doll.