The Host Timeline ( Real )

publication
May 6, 2008

Release of The Host by Stephenie Meyer

Stephenie Meyer's novel 'The Host,' on which the movie is based, was published, sparking interest for its film adaptation.

entertainment_industry
2009

Announcement of film adaptation of The Host

The film adaptation of Stephenie Meyer's novel 'The Host' was officially announced, with casting and production planning underway.

casting
February 2012

Casting of Saoirse Ronan as Melanie Stryder

Actress Saoirse Ronan was cast in the lead role for the upcoming film adaptation of 'The Host.'

production
June 2012

Filming of The Host

Principal photography for the movie 'The Host' began, capturing the story from the novel on film.

release
March 29, 2013

Release of movie The Host

The movie adaptation of Stephenie Meyer's novel 'The Host' was released in theaters worldwide.

The Host Timeline ( Fictional )

invasion
Early 21st Century

Discovery of the Parasite

A parasitic alien species arrives on Earth, capable of inhabiting human bodies and controlling them.

main_conflict
Shortly before events of film

Infection of Melanie Stryder

Melanie Stryder is captured and implanted with the parasite named Wanderer, who takes over her body but struggles with Melanie's consciousness.

character_development
Start of film timeline

Wanderer Encounters Resistance

Wanderer experiences Melanie's memories and emotions, leading to internal conflict and empathy towards humans resisting the invasion.

escape
Early in film

Escape from the Alien Base

Wanderer frees Melanie's brother Jamie and seek refuge with Melanie's human family in the Arizona desert.

conflict
Middle of film

Living with the Stryder Family

Wanderer and Melanie attempt to coexist within the same body while hiding among humans who distrust 'hosts'.

pursuit
Middle to late film

Hunting by the Alien Authorities

Alien police and soldiers pursue Wanderer and her human allies to recapture them.

alliance
Late film

Encounter with a Cavedweller Tribe

The group finds refuge with a hidden human tribe living in caves, who reject the parasite hosts.

resolution
End of film

Final Escape and Acceptance

Wanderer and Melanie confront the aliens and humans, finding a way to survive while preserving Melanie's identity and protecting her family.