Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank Timeline ( Real )

announcement
January 7, 2019

Announcement of Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank

Nick Baker, a former Sony Pictures Animation executive, announced development of Paws of Fury, an animated movie inspired by the 1970 film Blazing Saddles.

casting
September 9, 2020

Casting Announcement: Michael Cera and Samuel L. Jackson Join Paws of Fury

Voice actors Michael Cera and Samuel L. Jackson were cast in lead roles for Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank, bringing significant star power to the project.

release
July 15, 2022

Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank Released in Theaters

The animated film Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank officially released in theaters across the United States.

release_home_media
October 4, 2022

Home Media Release of Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank

Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank was released on Blu-ray, DVD, and digital platforms for home viewing.

Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank Timeline ( Fictional )

character_arrival
Year of the Dog, Spring

Hank's Arrival in Kakamucho

Hank, a dog with dreams of becoming a samurai, arrives in the town of Kakamucho seeking to join the samurai dojo.

conflict
Year of the Dog, Early Summer

Introduction of Jimbo and Dojo Conflict

Jimbo the cat, master of the samurai dojo, confronts Hank and challenges his presence, setting up conflict.

training
Year of the Dog, Mid Summer

Hank Begins Training

Despite opposition, Hank starts training in the samurai arts under the reluctant guidance of Jimbo and dojo members.

antagonist_introduction
Year of the Dog, Late Summer

Rise of the Antagonist — Tessai

Tessai, a powerful and ruthless samurai dog, plans to take over Kakamucho and destroy the dojo.

crime
Year of the Dog, Early Autumn

Dojo Masterpiece Stealing Incident

Tessai's henchmen steal an important artifact from the dojo to weaken their influence.

alliance
Year of the Dog, Mid Autumn

Hank and Allies Unite

Hank unites the dojo members and local townsfolk to stand against Tessai's tyranny.

battle
Year of the Dog, Late Autumn

Final Battle at Kakamucho Dojo

Hank leads the samurai in a decisive battle against Tessai to save the dojo and the town.

ceremony
Year of the Dog, Early Winter

Hank Honored as Samurai

Following victory, Hank is officially recognized as a samurai and protector of Kakamucho.