The Black Phone Timeline ( Real )

literary_publication
2014

Publication of Joe Hill's short story 'The Black Phone'

Joe Hill published the short story 'The Black Phone' which served as the basis for the film.

casting
October 2020

Casting announcements for 'The Black Phone' film

Ethan Hawke and Mason Thames were announced as lead actors in the film adaptation of 'The Black Phone'.

filming_start
April 2021

Filming of 'The Black Phone' begins

Principal photography for 'The Black Phone' commenced in Vancouver, Canada.

release
June 24, 2022

'The Black Phone' film premieres

The film 'The Black Phone' had its theatrical release, reaching audiences worldwide.

The Black Phone Timeline ( Fictional )

abduction
Summer 1978

Finney Blake's kidnapping

Finney Blake is abducted by the Grabber and locked in a soundproof basement with a disconnected black phone on the wall.

supernatural_contact
Summer 1978 - during captivity

Finney receives calls from previous victims

The black phone rings, and Finney hears the voices of previous Grabber victims who provide him with clues and guidance to escape.

escape_attempt
Summer 1978 - during captivity

Finney attempts escape

Using the information given by the voices, Finney tries to escape the basement but is captured again by the Grabber.

confrontation
Summer 1978 - climax

Finney confronts the Grabber

Finney ultimately confronts the Grabber directly, leading to a violent struggle.

resolution
Summer 1978 - climax

Finney frees previous victims' spirits

Finney's actions help free the spirits of the previous victims who had been trapped by the Grabber.