The Wraith Timeline ( Real )

film_release
August 31, 1986

Release of 'The Wraith'

The movie 'The Wraith' was released in theaters, introducing audiences to the supernatural action thriller.

production
1985

Filming of 'The Wraith'

Principal photography for 'The Wraith' took place, involving locations and cast performances that brought the story to life.

The Wraith Timeline ( Fictional )

arrival
Day 1, Motor City

Backdrop: Josh's arrival in Motor City

Josh, a mysterious new guy, arrives in the town known as Motor City, catching the attention of local youths and setting the stage for ensuing conflicts.

gang_activity
Shortly after Josh's arrival

Local gang led by Billy carouses through town

Billy and his gang terrorize the town with drag races and intimidation, establishing their dominance and sowing fear among residents.

conflict
Within Days of Arrival

Billy assaults Keri after drag race challenge

Billy becomes upset after losing a drag race and assaults Keri, escalating tensions in the town.

conflict
Following the assault on Keri

Josh is beaten by Billy's gang

Josh is attacked by Billy's gang, highlighting the violent environment and Josh's vulnerability.

supernatural_event
Days after Josh's assault

The Wraith appears in his futuristic car

A mysterious, supernatural figure known as The Wraith rides into town in a sleek, futuristic car to challenge Billy and his gang.

retribution
Immediately following Wraith's arrival

The Wraith begins racing and defeating gang members

The Wraith races members of Billy's gang one by one, defeating them and disrupting their control over the town.

revelation
Midway through Wraith's campaign

Billy learns the Wraith is linked to Josh

Billy discovers that the Wraith is connected to Josh, linking the mysterious racer to the earlier events and deepening the conflict.

climax
End of timeline

Climactic race between The Wraith and Billy

The Wraith challenges Billy to a final race, defeating him and ending his reign of terror in the town.