The Definitive Guide to Good Omens: Unraveling the Epic Chronological Timeline
Discover the captivating world of Good Omens as we unravel the intricate timeline, showcasing events before the present day, leading to the impending end of the world, and offering insights into what awaits in Season 2 Engrossing and enlightening!
Summary
The Good Omens timeline is dense and absurd, spanning from the creation of the universe to the scheduled end of the world.
Crowley and Aziraphale share an unconventional bond focused on their shared goal of saving the world, often defying rules in order to prevent Armageddon. Season 2 of Good Omens adopts a deliberate pace, interweaving past moments from Crowley and Aziraphale's journey and delving into their blossoming affection for one another.
Making sense of the timeline in Good Omens is no easy task, but organizing the Crowley and Aziraphale timeline in chronological order can help bring Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett's comedic tale of apocalyptic errors into clearer focus. Spanning from the beginning of time to the scheduled end of the world, the Good Omens timeline is as intricate and absurd as the ultimate war between Heaven and Hell. In this story, the friendship between the demon Crowley (played by David Tennant) and the angel Aziraphale (played by Michael Sheen) is truly timeless. Starting from the Garden of Eden in 4004 B.C. and leading up to the Apocalypse, their bond represents one of the most peculiar friendships in the universe.
Despite being on opposite sides, their shared goal has placed them in an unusual position. While it is possible that their initial connection was simply due to proximity, they gradually discovered a deeper and more meaningful connection over the years. Both Crowley and Aziraphale share a common interest: saving the world. However, going against God's "ineffable" plan is not something they undertake lightly. It takes time - or in their case, a few thousand years - for them to gather the courage and willpower to defy their respective sides. As the story of Good Omens unfolds, it jumps through different eras, but ultimately everything falls into place.
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Good Omens Timeline Before The Present Day
Sunday, October 21, 4004 B.C. at 9:13 a.m. - The creation of the universe, according to God.
In 4004 B.C., Eve breaks the rules and takes the forbidden fruit in the Garden of Eden, marking the start of significant events. This is also the moment when Crowley and Aziraphale have their first on-screen encounter.
Moving forward to 3004 B.C., in Mesopotamia, Crowley and Aziraphale become witnesses to the extraordinary events surrounding Noah's Ark. It is during this time that they discover the existence of unicorns.
33 A.D., Golgotha - Crowley and Aziraphale watch as Jesus gets crucified.
41 A.D., Rome - Crowley and Aziraphale get drinks together.
537 A.D., in the Kingdom of West Essex, Crowley and Aziraphale deliberate on the prospect of assuming a reduced involvement in the Apocalypse.
In 1601, at London's Globe Theatre, Crowley and Aziraphale encounter William Shakespeare. Promptly, Shakespeare appropriates a line of dialogue from Crowley, a line he intends to incorporate in his future play Antony and Cleopatra. Moreover, Crowley astounds by employing his supernatural powers to propel the play Hamlet to newfound popularity.
In 1656, the last witch burning in England took place in Lancashire. Agnes Nutter, the witch, managed to foil Witchfinder Major Pulsifer's attempt to burn her at the stake.
During the Reign of Terror in 1793, Aziraphale successfully escaped from prison in Paris amidst the French Revolution.
1862, London's St. James Park - Crowley approaches Aziraphale, seeking holy water as a precautionary measure in case of any unforeseen circumstances.
1941, London - Aziraphale encounters Nazis in a church, presenting prophecies to Hitler but ultimately deceiving them. Despite the discomfort of standing on consecrated ground, Crowley rushes to Aziraphale's aid.
In 1967, in Soho, London, Crowley and Lance Corporal Shadwell cross paths. Seeking to obtain holy water, Crowley devises a plan to steal it from a church. However, this alarms Aziraphale, leading him to procure the holy water for Crowley.
Fast forward to "Eleven Years Ago" (around 2008), when the Dukes of Hell, Hastur and Ligur, entrust the Antichrist to Crowley. Crowley then delivers the newborn to The Chattering Order of St. Beryl. Regrettably, a mix-up occurs, and the Antichrist is mistakenly sent to live with Deirdre and Arthur Young, while their biological child, Warlock, is placed with Thaddeus and Harriet Dowling. Unaware of the mix-up, Crowley and Aziraphale come to an agreement: they will covertly guide the boy they believe to be the Antichrist, in an attempt to avert Armageddon from unfolding.
Good Omens Timeline Leading To The End Of The World
Five Years Later, Six Years Before the Apocalypse (approximately in 2013) - Crowley assumes the role of Warlock's nanny, whilst Aziraphale adopts the persona of the Dowlings' gardener.
In the present day, on a Monday, just six days before the world is set to end, Adam Young, who is the actual Antichrist, encounters his hellhound. He gives this hellhound the name Dog, which marks the beginning of the Apocalypse. Meanwhile, Anathema Device, the great-great-great-great-great granddaughter of Agnes Nutter, travels to the UK with the book belonging to the witch in order to assist in the mission of saving the world. At the same time, Newton Pulsifer, the great-great-great-great-great grandson of Witchfinder Major Pulsifer, meets Witchfinder Sergeant Shadwell. Adam Young and his group known as the Them come across Anathema. Additionally, Aziraphale uncovers the true identity of the Antichrist.
In Soho, London, on Thursday, with only two days remaining until the End of the World, the Four Horsemen start coming together to initiate the Apocalypse.
On Friday, with just one day left until the End of the World, Aziraphale confesses to the angels that he has misplaced the Antichrist. Crowley and Aziraphale get in touch with Shadwell and send him on a mission to locate Adam in Tadfield. Crowley informs Aziraphale that they have the option to leave Earth in the event of its destruction. Furthermore, the long-lost island of Atlantis is discovered.
On the last day of the world, a UFO touches down in Tadfield, with its alien occupants delivering a dire message about the future of the planet. Simultaneously, a kraken is unearthed.
With only 5 hours and 48 minutes left until the world's end, Warlock is transported to the Megiddo fields. Despite not being the true Antichrist, Adam's powers are unveiled, leading Anathema and Newton to uncover his real identity. Meanwhile, Aziraphale loses his physical form and tragically witnesses his beloved bookshop consumed by flames.
One hour and forty-three minutes remaining until the world's demise: Aziraphale takes control of Madame Tracy.
Seventeen minutes away from the world's destruction: The Four Horsemen, Adam Young, the Them, Crowley, Shadwell, and Aziraphale, inhabiting Madame Tracy's body, unite at the Upper Tadfield Air Base.
"16 Minutes until Doomsday - Satan emerges from Hell to confront Adam, but Adam defiantly rejects him as his father, thwarting the imminent Armageddon.
Sunday, A Fresh Start - Though the world has been rescued, Crowley and Aziraphale are captured by Hell and Heaven. Nonetheless, cunningly outwitting both demons and angels, they manage to secure their freedom and continue their lives on Earth."
Good Omens Timeline In Season 2
In 2500 BC, in the land of Uz, there is a story in the Bible about Job and a wager between God and Satan. They decided to test Job's faith by taking everything away from him. Satan believed that Job would reject God, while God believed that Job would remain faithful. In the Crowley and Aziraphale timeline, they represent God and Satan in this bet.
Moving forward to 1827 in Georgian/Regency Edinburgh, Crowley and Aziraphale find themselves involved in a body-snatching incident. This incident connects to the classical tale of Frankenstein, which was written just nine years prior to this event.
World War II, London - Similar to the first season, where Crowley and Aziraphale were involved with the Nazis in World War II, the second season sees them embroiled in a completely different incident. Mr. Harmony and Mr. Glozier, who appeared in the first season, return as zombies from Hell, aiming to prove that Crowley and Aziraphale are working together.
Present-Day London - The exact timing of the events taking place in present-day London, as depicted in the Good Omens timeline, is not specified, but it is likely to be four years after the previous season. The majority of these events occur in Aziraphale's bookshop, although other local destinations are also featured, such as Maggie's record shop and Nina's coffee shop.
Season 1 of Good Omens jumped between various points in time, from the beginning of creation to the supposed apocalypse. In contrast, season 2 focused on the past in three episodes, while maintaining a linear timeline in the present day. This slower and more deliberate exploration of Crowley and Aziraphale's journey allowed for a deeper exploration of their evolving love. If a season 3 of Good Omens is produced, audiences can anticipate more of these meaningful glimpses into the past, cementing the show's ability to span across all of time.
