The Blue Lagoon Timeline ( Real )

literature
1908

Release of 'The Blue Lagoon' Novel

Henry De Vere Stacpoole publishes the novel 'The Blue Lagoon,' which the movie adapts.

production
1979

Production of 'The Blue Lagoon' Movie Begins

Filming for the movie adaptation of 'The Blue Lagoon' starts.

film_release
June 2, 1980

Release of 'The Blue Lagoon' Movie

The movie 'The Blue Lagoon' is released, starring Brooke Shields and Christopher Atkins.

critical_reception
1980

Critical Reception of 'The Blue Lagoon' Movie

The film receives mixed reviews, with criticism focused on the performances and subject matter.

The Blue Lagoon Timeline ( Fictional )

stranding
Year 1880, Month 5, Day 1

Shipwreck and Stranding

Two young cousins, Richard and Emmeline Lestrange, survive a shipwreck and find themselves stranded on a remote tropical island.

survival
Year 1880, Month 5, Day 2 to Month 6, Day 14

Initial Survival Challenges

Richard and Emmeline learn to find food, build shelter, and adapt to island life while awaiting rescue that doesn't come.

growth
Year 1880, Month 6, Day 15 to Year 1882, Month 5, Day 1

Growing Up Together

Richard and Emmeline grow from children to adolescents on the island, developing a strong bond and understanding of their surroundings.

coming_of_age
Year 1882, Month 6, Day 1 to Year 1883, Month 1, Day 15

Discovery of Sexuality and Companionship

Richard and Emmeline begin to experience the changes of puberty, exploring their feelings and growing romantic attraction towards each other.

family
Year 1883, Month 2, Day 1

Starting a Family

Emmeline becomes pregnant, and they prepare to raise a child together in their isolated paradise.

birth
Year 1883, Month 9, Day 10

Birth of Their Child

Emmeline gives birth to a baby, solidifying their new family life on the island.

conflict
Year 1884, Month 3, Day 5

Man Becomes Ill and Dies

On the island, they encounter an intruder who becomes ill and ultimately dies as a consequence of misadventure.