The Glimmer Man Timeline ( Real )

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January 19, 1996

Release of The Glimmer Man

The action film 'The Glimmer Man', starring Steven Seagal and Keenen Ivory Wayans, was released in theaters.

The Glimmer Man Timeline ( Fictional )

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Early 1980s

Jack Cole Leaves Special Forces

Jack Cole leaves his Special Forces unit to join the LAPD homicide department, beginning his career as a detective.

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Present Day (1996)

Jack Cole and Jim Campbell Reunited on Case

Detectives Jack Cole and Jim Campbell are assigned to investigate a series of murders that appear connected.

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Early stages of investigation, 1996

Discovery of Serial Killer Pattern

Cole and Campbell identify patterns in the murders, linking them to a single serial killer.

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Mid 1996

Investigation Leads to Former Soldier Suspect

The detectives track down a suspect with a military background possibly linked to the killings.

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Late 1996

Confrontation and Final Showdown

Jack Cole confronts the serial killer, leading to a deadly showdown resolving the case.