Dexter's Laboratory Timeline ( Real )

creation
1995

Creation of Dexter's Laboratory

Dexter's Laboratory was created by Genndy Tartakovsky, marking the start of its development as a popular animated television series.

premiere
April 28, 1996

Premiere of Dexter's Laboratory on Cartoon Network

Dexter's Laboratory officially premiered on Cartoon Network, introducing audiences to Dexter and his secret laboratory.

award
1997

Dexter's Laboratory wins Annie Award

Dexter's Laboratory won the Annie Award for Best Animated Television Program, recognizing its excellence in animation.

series_end
2003

End of original Dexter's Laboratory series

The original run of Dexter's Laboratory concluded after several successful seasons on Cartoon Network.

Dexter's Laboratory Timeline ( Fictional )

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Year 1

Dexter Builds His Laboratory

Dexter constructs his secret laboratory beneath his bedroom to conduct scientific experiments.

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Year 1

Dee Dee Discovers the Laboratory

Dexter's sister Dee Dee accidentally finds the entrance to Dexter's secret laboratory for the first time.

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Year 1

First Science Experiment Success

Dexter successfully completes his first major scientific experiment, demonstrating his genius.

conflict
Year 2

Dee Dee Wrecks the Lab

Dee Dee unintentionally causes a major accident in Dexter's lab, leading to chaos and damage.

rivalry
Year 3

Dexter Battles Mandark

Dexter engages in a rivalry with Mandark, another boy genius who has his own laboratory.

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Year 3

Mandark Builds His Own Laboratory

Mandark creates his laboratory which rivals Dexter's in sophistication and secretiveness.

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Year 4

Laboratory Security Upgrade

Dexter enhances the security measures of his laboratory to prevent Dee Dee's intrusions.

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Year 5

Dexter Invents Robot Assistant

Dexter invents a robotic assistant to help with experiments and chores in the lab.

conflict
Year 5

Dee Dee Uses Dexter’s Inventions

Dee Dee mischievously uses several of Dexter's inventions, causing unexpected results.

rivalry
Year 6

Mandark Attempts to Destroy Dexter’s Lab

Mandark executes a plan to sabotage and destroy Dexter's laboratory but fails.

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Year 7

Dexter’s Laboratory Expands

Dexter expands his laboratory with new wings and advanced technology.