Renfield Timeline ( Real )

creation
May 26, 1897

Introduction of Renfield in 'Dracula'

Renfield was created by Bram Stoker and first appeared as a character in the novel 'Dracula', published in 1897. He is portrayed as a patient in an asylum exhibiting bizarre and obsessive behavior due to his association with Count Dracula.

adaptation
February 14, 1931

Renfield in the 1931 Film 'Dracula'

Renfield was depicted by Dwight Frye in the Universal Pictures' film adaptation of 'Dracula' directed by Tod Browning. This portrayal contributed significantly to the character's image in popular culture.

adaptation
May 26, 1958

Renfield in the 1958 Film 'Horror of Dracula'

Renfield was portrayed by actor Miles Malleson in the Hammer Film Productions' version of 'Dracula'. This adaptation brought a new interpretation within a popular film series.

adaptation
November 16, 1979

Renfield in the 1979 Film 'Dracula'

Renfield was played by Tony Haygarth in John Badham's adaptation of 'Dracula', continuing the tradition of the character being featured in Dracula-based media.

adaptation
November 13, 1992

Renfield in the 1992 Film 'Bram Stoker's Dracula'

In Francis Ford Coppola's 'Bram Stoker's Dracula', Renfield was portrayed by Tom Waits. This version gave a vivid and distinct portrayal adding depth to the character.

adaptation
October 1, 2003

Renfield in the 2002 Film 'Undead'

The character of Renfield appeared in the Australian zombie comedy 'Undead', showcasing the character's influence beyond traditional Dracula adaptations.

real_world_event
July 20, 2020

Announcement of 'Renfield' Film

A film centered around the character Renfield was announced with Nicholas Hoult cast in the role, focusing specifically on the character's story beyond Dracula.

real_world_event
April 7, 2023

Release of 'Renfield' Movie

The movie 'Renfield', starring Nicholas Hoult, focusing on the character's story in a modern context, was released to the public.

Renfield Timeline ( Fictional )

origin
circa 1880

Renfield's Early Life

Renfield is born and grows up with a fascination for consuming life forms, showing early signs of his obsession with life force.

institutionalization
1897

Admission to the Asylum

Renfield is admitted to Dr. John Seward's insane asylum in England after exhibiting increasingly bizarre and dangerous behavior related to his obsession with consuming living creatures.

encounter
1897

Renfield Meets Count Dracula

Count Dracula arrives in England and visits the asylum, establishing a hypnotic influence over Renfield, who begins to act as Dracula's servant.

servitude
1897-1898

Renfield's Servitude to Dracula

Under Dracula's influence, Renfield continues to consume insects and small animals to absorb their life force and acts as an informant within the asylum.

redemption
1898

Renfield Attempts to Protect Mina

Despite his madness and servitude, Renfield shows moments of clarity and tries to warn or protect Mina Harker from Dracula's threat.

death
1898

Renfield's Death

In a last act of rebellion, Renfield attacks Dracula but is killed by the Count shortly thereafter, sacrificing himself in the process.