Cruella Timeline ( Real )

film_history
January 25, 1961

Release of the original '101 Dalmatians' animated film

Disney released the original animated film '101 Dalmatians,' which introduced the character Cruella de Vil.

film_announcement
August 1, 2017

Announcement of the live-action 'Cruella' film

Disney announced the production of the live-action 'Cruella' film to explore the backstory of the iconic villain.

casting
September 25, 2018

Casting of Emma Stone as Cruella

Emma Stone was officially cast in the role of Cruella de Vil for the upcoming live-action film.

production
August 1, 2019

Start of filming for 'Cruella'

Principal photography began for the 'Cruella' live-action film.

film_release
May 28, 2021

Premiere of 'Cruella'

The live-action film 'Cruella,' starring Emma Stone, premiered in theaters and on Disney+.

Cruella Timeline ( Fictional )

origin_story
c. 1977

Estella's Childhood

Estella de Vil grows up as an orphan in London after losing her parents.

character_meeting
c. 1985

Young Estella Meets Jasper and Horace

Estella encounters Jasper and Horace, who later become significant in her life.

character_development
c. 1986

Estella Discovers Fashion Passion

Estella develops a passion and talent for fashion design, setting her path towards becoming Cruella.

career_start
c. 1987

Estella Starts Working at the Fashion House

Estella begins working at the prestigious fashion house run by the Baroness von Hellman.

career_milestone
c. 1988

Estella Steals the Spotlight

Estella sabotages a fashion show to expose the Baroness; her rebellious style gains attention.

character_transformation
c. 1989

Transformation into Cruella

Estella adopts the persona of Cruella, embracing a bold, edgy fashion aesthetic and attitude.

climax
c. 1990

Final Confrontation with the Baroness

Cruella confronts the Baroness, revealing truth and claiming her place in the fashion world.