The Gods Must Be Crazy Timeline ( Real )

film_release
October 18, 1980

Release of 'The Gods Must Be Crazy'

The movie 'The Gods Must Be Crazy' directed by Jamie Uys was released in South Africa, gaining international fame.

film_production
1979

Filming of 'The Gods Must Be Crazy'

Principal photography of the film took place in Botswana and South Africa, featuring the Kalahari Desert and the San people.

The Gods Must Be Crazy Timeline ( Fictional )

discovery
Early 1980s, Kalahari Desert

Discovery of the Coke Bottle

Xi, a Bushman of the Kalahari Desert, discovers a Coca-Cola bottle dropped from an airplane, which he believes to be a gift from the gods.

decision
Shortly after discovery

Xi Decides to Return the Bottle

Realizing the bottle brings strife and discord among his people, Xi decides to undertake a journey to return the bottle to the 'edge of the world' to stop the troubles it causes.

journey
Early 1980s

Xi's Journey Begins

Xi sets off on his journey through unfamiliar territory to dispose of the bottle safely.

encounter
Mid journey

Interaction with Modern Society

During his journey, Xi encounters various representatives of modern society, including a schoolteacher, a scientist, and government officials, leading to humorous misunderstandings.

chase
Mid journey

Teacher and Scientist's Pursuit

A clumsy biologist and a schoolteacher become involved in following Xi, leading to comedic incidents and misunderstandings between modern civilization and the San people.

resolution
Late journey

Xi Returns the Bottle

After various adventures, Xi successfully disposes of the bottle by throwing it over the edge of a cliff, restoring peace to his community.