Prep & Landing Timeline ( Real )

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December 8, 2009

Premiere of Prep & Landing

The animated Christmas special Prep & Landing premiered on ABC, introducing viewers to the elite unit of elves who prepare homes for Santa's arrival.

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December 7, 2011

Release of Prep & Landing: Naughty vs. Nice

The sequel to the original special, Naughty vs. Nice, aired on ABC, continuing the adventures of the prep and landing elves.

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December 5, 2013

Release of Prep & Landing: Operation Secret Santa

The third installment in the Prep & Landing series, Operation Secret Santa, aired, adding more depth to the story and characters.

Prep & Landing Timeline ( Fictional )

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Years before current events

Wayne Joins Prep & Landing

Wayne joins the elite Christmas Eve prep team responsible for preparing homes for Santa's arrival.

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Christmas Eve, Year 1

Wayne Meets Lanny

Wayne is partnered with the overly enthusiastic rookie Lanny to prepare the first house together on Christmas Eve.

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Christmas Eve, Year 1

Disaster at the Thompson Household

Wayne and Lanny encounter unexpected challenges while preparing the Thompsons' house, testing their teamwork.

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Christmas Eve, Year 1

Wayne Decides to Recommit to Prep & Landing

After initial frustrations, Wayne rediscovers his passion for the mission and the importance of the job.

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Christmas Eve, Year 1

Santa's Sleigh is Prepped Successfully

The team completes all necessary preparations; Santa completes his deliveries without incidents.

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Post Christmas Eve, Year 1

Wayne and Lanny's Teamwork Solidified

Wayne and Lanny become an effective team, ensuring smooth operations in future missions.