One Hundred and One Dalmatians Timeline ( Real )

film
January 25, 1961

Release of Disney's Animated Film '101 Dalmatians'

Walt Disney Productions releases the animated adaptation of Dodie Smith's novel, significantly popularizing the story worldwide.

television
September 18, 1997

Release of '101 Dalmatians' Animated TV Series

The animated television series based on the Disney film airs, expanding the franchise into television with new adventures featuring the Dalmatian characters.

film
November 27, 1996

Release of Live-Action Film '101 Dalmatians'

A live-action film adaptation starring Glenn Close as Cruella de Vil is released, revitalizing interest in the franchise and introducing it to a new generation.

film
November 22, 2000

Release of Live-Action Sequel '102 Dalmatians'

The sequel to the live-action film '101 Dalmatians' is released, continuing the story with the original live-action cast.

film
January 21, 2003

Release of Animated Movie '101 Dalmatians II: Patch's London Adventure'

A direct-to-video animated sequel exploring the adventures of Patch, one of the dalmatian puppies from the original story.

film
May 28, 2021

Release of Live-Action Prequel 'Cruella'

A live-action origin story centered on the character Cruella de Vil, portraying her early life and the path to becoming the villain of the franchise.

One Hundred and One Dalmatians Timeline ( Fictional )

puppy_life
Spring, Year 1

Puppy Birth and Early Life

Pongo and Perdita's 15 Dalmatian puppies are born and raised in London under the care of their owners, the Dearlys.

conflict
Summer, Year 1

Cruella De Vil's Scheme

Cruella De Vil learns about the puppies and hatches a plan to kidnap them to make a fur coat.

conflict
Summer, Year 1

Puppy Kidnapping

Cruella's henchmen, Jasper and Horace, steal the puppies from the Dearlys' home.

rescue
Summer, Year 1

Pongo and Perdita's Rescue Mission

Pongo and Perdita set out to save their stolen puppies, tracking them across the countryside.

rescue
Late Summer, Year 1

Rescue of the Puppies and Additional Dalmatian Pups

Pongo and Perdita discover and rescue not only their 15 puppies but also 84 other stolen Dalmatian puppies.

resolution
Late Summer, Year 1

Return Home and Family Reunion

The Dearlys welcome back all the puppies to their home, growing their family to 101 Dalmatians.

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Late Summer, Year 1

Cruella's Failure and Escape

Cruella fails to get the puppies and escapes, vowing revenge.