Fresh Off the Boat Timeline ( Real )

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February 4, 2015

Premiere of Fresh Off the Boat

The show Fresh Off the Boat premiered on ABC, marking one of the first network TV shows to feature an Asian-American family as the main characters.

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May 10, 2019

Announcement of Series Finale

ABC announced that Fresh Off the Boat would conclude after its sixth season.

Fresh Off the Boat Timeline ( Fictional )

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1995 - Early Spring

The Huangs Move to Orlando

The Huang family relocates from Washington, D.C. to Orlando, Florida to pursue a new life and open a steak restaurant.

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1995 - Fall

Eddie Starts Fifth Grade

Eddie Huang begins fifth grade at his new school in Orlando, navigating cultural differences and making new friends.

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1995 - Summer

Jessica Opens Cattleman's Ranch Steakhouse

Jessica Huang opens the family-owned steakhouse called Cattleman's Ranch in Orlando.

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1995 - Summer

Louis Opens Banking Job

Louis Huang starts working at the local bank, supporting the family income.

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1996 - Spring

Eddie Wins Photography Contest

Eddie wins a school photography contest, showcasing his budding interest in the arts.

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1996 - Fall

Eddie Joins the Basketball Team

Eddie joins the school's basketball team to fit in with his peers and challenge himself.

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1996 - Fall

Honey Starts Dance Class

Eddie's sister Honey begins taking ballet lessons, discovering her passion for dance.

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1996 - February

Jessica Hosts Lunar New Year Party

The Huang family celebrates the Lunar New Year with a big party, integrating cultural traditions into their new community.

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1996 - Summer

Jessica Faces Workplace Challenges

Jessica confronts cultural misunderstandings while managing her restaurant and interacting with employees.