History of Phineas and Ferb in Timeline
Phineas and Ferb is an animated musical-comedy series following stepbrothers Phineas and Ferb's summer adventures. Airing from 2007-2015, with a return planned for 2025, the series spanned four seasons on Disney Channel and Disney XD. Each episode depicts the boys undertaking ambitious projects, much to the chagrin of their older sister Candace, who continually attempts to reveal their antics to their mother. The series features consistent running gags and follows a predictable plot structure.
1977: Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope Released
Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope was originally released in 1977.
2006: Phineas and Ferb Pitch to Disney
In 2006, Povenmire and Marsh successfully pitched Phineas and Ferb to Disney using storyboards and a voiced-over reel.
August 17, 2007: First Preview of Phineas and Ferb
On August 17, 2007, Phineas and Ferb aired its first preview episode.
September 28, 2007: Second Preview of Phineas and Ferb
Phineas and Ferb had a second preview episode airing on September 28, 2007.
2007: Phineas and Ferb Series Premiere
Phineas and Ferb, an animated musical-comedy series, premiered in 2007, created by Dan Povenmire and Jeff "Swampy" Marsh.
February 1, 2008: Official Premiere of Phineas and Ferb
Phineas and Ferb officially premiered on Disney Channel on February 1, 2008.
May 2008: Second Season Announcement
In May 2008, the second season of Phineas and Ferb was announced, having become a top-rated program for viewers in the 6–11 and 9–14 age demographics.
2008: Emmy Nominations for Phineas and Ferb Music
Phineas and Ferb received two Primetime Creative Arts Emmy nominations for its music in 2008.
2008: Emmy Nomination for "Today is Gonna Be a Great Day"
The Phineas and Ferb theme song, "Today is Gonna Be a Great Day," was nominated for an Emmy in 2008.
June 7, 2009: Top Animated Show Announcement
On June 7, 2009, Phineas and Ferb was declared the number-one primetime animated television show for the 6–10 and 9–14 age demographics.
October 2009: "Phineas and Ferb's Musical Cliptastic Countdown" Airs
A clip show focusing on the series' music, "Phineas and Ferb's Musical Cliptastic Countdown," aired in October 2009.
December 2009: "Phineas and Ferb Christmas Vacation" Airing
In December 2009, "Phineas and Ferb Christmas Vacation" aired, becoming the most-watched telecast of the series at the time.
2009: Phineas and Ferb (DS) Released
A Nintendo DS video game based on Phineas and Ferb was released in 2009.
2009: Disney Acquires Marvel Entertainment
In 2009, Disney acquired Marvel Entertainment.
March 3, 2010: Movie Announcement
On March 3, 2010, a made-for-television film based on Phineas and Ferb titled "Across the 2nd Dimension" was announced.
August 2, 2010: "Phineas and Ferb: Summer Belongs to You!" Premiere
On August 2, 2010, the premiere of "Phineas and Ferb: Summer Belongs to You!" drew substantial viewership, becoming the series' second most-watched telecast ever on Disney XD.
September 14, 2010: Phineas and Ferb: Ride Again Released
On September 14, 2010, the video game "Phineas and Ferb: Ride Again" was released.
October 5, 2010: A Very Perry Christmas DVD Released
The DVD "A Very Perry Christmas" was released on October 5, 2010.
December 2010: Take Two with Phineas and Ferb Begins
In December 2010, "Take Two with Phineas and Ferb", a talk show featuring the cartoon characters interviewing real celebrities, began airing.
2010: Daytime Emmy Award Win for Phineas and Ferb
In 2010, Phineas and Ferb won a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing in Animation.
2010: Daytime Emmy Nominations for Phineas and Ferb Music
Phineas and Ferb earned two Daytime Creative Arts Emmy nominations for its music in 2010.
January 2011: Theatrical Film Development Announcement
In January 2011, early development of a theatrical Phineas and Ferb movie was announced.
August 5, 2011: Movie Premiere
"Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Across the 2nd Dimension" premiered on August 5, 2011 on the Disney Channel.
August 2011: Phineas and Ferb Renewed for Fourth Season
Phineas and Ferb was renewed for a fourth season in August 2011, initially announced as its final season.
August 21, 2011: Phineas and Ferb: The Best LIVE Tour Ever Begins First Season
On August 21, 2011, "Phineas and Ferb: The Best LIVE Tour Ever" started its first season in Lakeland, Florida.
November 25, 2011: Take Two with Phineas and Ferb Ends
On November 25, 2011, "Take Two with Phineas and Ferb" concluded its run.
2011: Phineas and Ferb: Across the 2nd Dimension (Video Game) Released
"Phineas and Ferb: Across the 2nd Dimension" was released as a video game for Wii and PlayStation 3 in 2011.
2011: Release of "Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Across the 2nd Dimension"
The made-for-television movie, "Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Across the 2nd Dimension," aired in 2011.
April 22, 2012: Phineas and Ferb: The Best LIVE Tour Ever Concludes First Season
On April 22, 2012, the first season of "Phineas and Ferb: The Best LIVE Tour Ever" concluded in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
August 23, 2012: Phineas and Ferb: The Best LIVE Tour Ever Begins Second Season
On August 23, 2012, the second season of the live tour began in Wheeling, West Virginia.
October 2012: Film Release Date Moved to 2014
The release date of the Phineas and Ferb theatrical film was moved to 2014 in October 2012.
2012: Agent P's World Showcase Adventure Opens
In 2012, an interactive game called "Agent P's World Showcase Adventure", based on Phineas and Ferb, opened at Epcot in Walt Disney World.
2012: Where's My Perry? Released
The mobile game "Where's My Perry?" launched for iOS and Android devices in 2012.
February 18, 2013: Phineas and Ferb: The Best LIVE Tour Ever Concludes Second Season
On February 18, 2013, the second season of "Phineas and Ferb: The Best LIVE Tour Ever" concluded its run in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
June 28, 2013: "Phineas and Ferb Musical Cliptastic Countdown Hosted by Kelly Osbourne" Airs
On June 28, 2013, a sequel to the musical clip show, hosted by Kelly Osbourne, aired.
July 26, 2013: Theatrical Film Release Postponed
The planned release date of the Phineas and Ferb theatrical film was postponed from July 26, 2013.
August 2013: Theatrical Film Removed from Schedule
The Phineas and Ferb theatrical film was removed from Disney's release schedule in August 2013.
2013: Phineas and Ferb: Quest for Cool Stuff Released
In 2013, "Phineas and Ferb: Quest for Cool Stuff" was released for multiple gaming platforms.
2013: Phineas and Ferb: Mission Marvel Airs
In the summer of 2013, "Phineas and Ferb: Mission Marvel", a crossover with Marvel Entertainment, aired as part of the show's fourth season.
2014: Planned Theatrical Film Release Year
2014 was the planned release year for the Phineas and Ferb theatrical film, which was ultimately cancelled.
June 12, 2015: Original Run Conclusion of Phineas and Ferb
The original run of Phineas and Ferb concluded on June 12, 2015.
2015: Phineas and Ferb Series Conclusion
The original run of Phineas and Ferb concluded in 2015 after four seasons.
2016: Sepinwall and Seitz's Assessment of Phineas and Ferb
Alan Sepinwall and Matt Zoller Seitz praised Phineas and Ferb in their 2016 book, TV (The Book), for its imaginative use of a formulaic structure.
2016: Milo Murphy's Law Premieres
Povenmire and Marsh created Milo Murphy's Law, which premiered in 2016.
April 11, 2019: "Candace Against the Universe" Announcement
On April 11, 2019, "Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Candace Against the Universe" was announced for Disney+.
August 28, 2020: "Candace Against the Universe" Release
On August 28, 2020, "Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Candace Against the Universe" premiered on Disney+.
2020: Release of "Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Candace Against the Universe"
"Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Candace Against the Universe" was released on Disney+ in 2020.
January 13, 2023: 40 New Episodes of Phineas and Ferb Ordered
On January 13, 2023, 40 new episodes of Phineas and Ferb, split into two seasons, were ordered.
January 2023: Two New Seasons of Phineas and Ferb Ordered
In January 2023, two new seasons of Phineas and Ferb were ordered.
March 2023: Marsh Returns for Phineas and Ferb Revival
Jeff "Swampy" Marsh rejoined the Phineas and Ferb revival as executive producer and voice director in March 2023.
April 2023: Phineas and Ferb Revival Confirmed for Disney Channel
In April 2023, it was confirmed that the Phineas and Ferb revival would air on Disney Channel.
June 2024: Povenmire and Marsh at Annecy Festival
Dan Povenmire and Jeff "Swampy" Marsh appeared at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in June 2024 to promote the Phineas and Ferb revival.
2024: Initial Release Year for Phineas and Ferb Revival
The Phineas and Ferb revival was initially expected to be released in 2024.
2025: Phineas and Ferb Revival
Phineas and Ferb is scheduled to return with two new seasons in 2025.
2025: Premiere of New Phineas and Ferb Seasons
The new seasons of Phineas and Ferb are set to premiere in 2025.
2025: Revised Release Year for Phineas and Ferb Revival
The release of the Phineas and Ferb revival was later shifted to 2025.
