Marvel's Luke Cage Timeline ( Real )

announcement
October 31, 2014

Marvel's Luke Cage Announcement

Netflix announces the production of Marvel's Luke Cage as part of a series of Marvel TV shows.

casting
August 2015

Casting of Mike Colter as Luke Cage

Mike Colter is cast in the lead role of Luke Cage for the Netflix series.

premiere
October 8, 2016

Marvel’s Luke Cage Premiere at New York Comic Con

Marvel's Luke Cage is premiered at New York Comic Con, generating buzz and previews for the upcoming series.

release
September 30, 2016

Marvel's Luke Cage Season 1 Release on Netflix

Season 1 of Marvel's Luke Cage made available for streaming on Netflix, introducing viewers to the superhero's story.

renewal
November 2016

Renewal of Marvel's Luke Cage for Season 2

Netflix announces renewal of Marvel's Luke Cage for a second season.

release
June 22, 2018

Marvel's Luke Cage Season 2 Release on Netflix

Season 2 of Marvel's Luke Cage is released on Netflix, continuing the story of Luke Cage.

cancellation
October 2018

Cancellation of Marvel's Luke Cage

Netflix cancels Marvel's Luke Cage along with other Marvel Netflix series.

Marvel's Luke Cage Timeline ( Fictional )

background
1980s

Origins of Carl Lucas

As a child, Carl Lucas grows up in Harlem, New York, facing the challenges of his environment.

origin_story
Early 2000s

Carl Lucas Becomes Luke Cage

Carl Lucas is framed for a crime he didn't commit and sent to Seagate Prison, where he undergoes a failed experiment that gives him superhuman strength and unbreakable skin, becoming Luke Cage.

character_development
2015

Luke Cage Returns to Harlem

After gaining his powers and being released from prison, Luke Cage returns to Harlem to rebuild his life and protect his community.

conflict
2015

Conflict with Diamondback

Luke Cage confronts Willis Stryker (Diamondback), his former friend who is involved in criminal activities and has a personal vendetta against him.

character_development
2015

Formation of Harlem's Hero Identity

Luke Cage embraces his role as Harlem's protector and hero, earning the nickname 'Luke Cage, Hero for Hire.'

conflict
2015

Battle Against Cornell 'Cottonmouth' Stokes

Luke Cage takes on the local crime lord Cottonmouth, who controls music clubs and criminal operations in Harlem.

antagonist_introduction
2015

Emergence of Mariah Dillard

Mariah Dillard, a member of Harlem's City Council, becomes a prominent antagonist with complicated ties to the criminal underworld.

community_event
2015

Luke Cage Rescues Pop's Barbershop

Luke protects the iconic Pop's Barbershop from destruction, solidifying his role as protector of community landmarks.

character_relationship
2015

Alliance with Claire Temple

Luke forms an alliance and developing relationship with nurse Claire Temple, who helps him both medically and emotionally.

conflict
2015

Conflict with Shades and Comanche

Luke Cage faces off against Shades and Comanche, enforcers working under Mariah Dillard.

conflict
2015

Diamondback Returns for Revenge

Willis Stryker returns to Harlem seeking vengeance against Luke Cage, escalating the conflict and danger.

antagonist_development
2015

Mariah Dillard's Rise to Power

Mariah becomes more politically powerful and ruthless, engaging in violent power struggles in Harlem.

major_event
2015

Cottonmouth's Death and Aftermath

Cottonmouth is killed, leading to shifts in Harlem's power dynamics and more violent conflicts.

climax
2015

Final Showdown with Diamondback

Luke Cage confronts Diamondback in a climactic battle to protect Harlem from further destruction.

resolution
2016

Luke Cage's Hero Journey Continues

Following his victories, Luke continues his efforts to keep Harlem safe and uphold justice while navigating his personal challenges.