Police Academy Timeline ( Real )

film_release
March 23, 1984

Release of Police Academy

The original Police Academy film was released, introducing the comedic series that follows misfit police recruits.

film_release
March 22, 1985

Release of Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment

The sequel to Police Academy was released, continuing the comedic adventures of the police recruits.

film_release
May 31, 1986

Release of Police Academy 3: Back in Training

The third film in the Police Academy series was released, featuring more humorous police training mishaps.

film_release
March 21, 1987

Release of Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol

The fourth installment of the Police Academy series was released, focusing on community policing efforts.

film_release
March 18, 1988

Release of Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach

The fifth Police Academy film was released, sending the characters to Miami Beach for new comedic situations.

tv_series_premiere
September 1988

Premiere of Police Academy: The Series

The live-action animated series based on Police Academy premiered, expanding the franchise into television.

Police Academy Timeline ( Fictional )

institution
Early 1980s

Police Academy Established

The police academy training facility is established to train new recruits for the city's police force.

recruitment
1984

First Recruit Batch Begins Training

A diverse group of recruits, each with unique backgrounds, starts their training at the academy.

training
1984

Cadets Overcome Initial Challenges

The recruits face numerous challenges including clumsy mishaps and skepticism but begin to bond as a team.

conflict
1984

Lieutenant Harris Attempts to Undermine Recruits

Lt. Thaddeus Harris tries to make the recruits quit through strict and unfair treatment but fails.

graduation
1984

Recruits Pass Final Exam and Graduate

Despite obstacles, the recruits successfully complete their police training and graduate from the academy.

assignment
1985

Recruits Assigned to Patrol Duty

Graduates begin their patrol duty in the city under experienced officers' supervision.

operation
1985

Combat Gang Crime Operation

The new officers engage in a significant operation to take down a local gang, showcasing their developed skills.

operation
1985

Recruits Foil Bombing Plot

The officers uncover and prevent a bombing plot orchestrated by criminal elements in the city.

personnel_change
1985

Lieutenant Harris Reassigned

Following his failures, Lt. Harris is reassigned from his position of authority at the academy.

promotion
1986

Officers Receive Promotions

Key officers from the original recruit group receive promotions for bravery and outstanding service.