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The Seventh Dwarf (2015) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Release, runtime and language
2015 · 88 min · German
JustWatch #22,490 1
Directed by
Boris Aljinovic, Harald Siepermann

When Princess Rose is cursed into a century-long sleep by a wicked witch, it falls to the six dwarfs to save her. The youngest dwarf, Bobo, accidentally pricks Rose’s finger with a cursed needle, plunging the kingdom into slumber. To break the spell, the dwarfs must find her true love, Jack, and awaken her with a kiss. Their journey is fraught with peril, as they face a fiery dragon and the vengeful witch Dellamorta.

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  1. 1 Where to watch
  2. 2 Events in order (11)
  3. 3 Timeline questions answered
  4. 4 Movie threads
  5. 5 Every angle

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11 events in order · contains spoilers

The Seventh Dwarf Timeline: Events in Chronological Order

Every key event of The Seventh Dwarf (2015) in order, scene by scene, with when and where it takes place. Use it to untangle flashbacks, time jumps and parallel storylines, to refresh your memory before the sequel or to find the exact scene you are thinking of.

  1. Princess Rose's Birthday Celebration

    The grand celebration of Princess Rose's 18th birthday takes place at Fantabularasa Castle. Beautiful decorations and festivities are held, where the princess is given armor to protect herself from the impending curse by the evil ice fairy, Dellamorta.

    Where
    Fantabularasa Castle
  2. The Curse Takes Hold

    Despite the careful preparations, the clumsy seventh dwarf, Bubi, accidentally causes Princess Rose to prick herself on a sharp object. As the clock strikes midnight, the curse of the evil ice fairy is activated, plunging the kingdom into a deep hundred-year sleep.

    When
    Midnight
    Where
    Fantabularasa Castle
  3. Quest for True Love

    To save Rose, who lies in eternal slumber, a kiss of true love is required. The depressed dragon named Burner teams up with the seven dwarfs to find Prince Charming, who they soon discover is none other than Jack, the kitchen boy.

  4. Jack's Punishment

    As Jack is revealed to be the true love, he becomes a target for the Ice Fairy's wrath. In retribution, Dellamorta transforms Burner into an ice figure and captures Jack, leading the dwarfs on a desperate chase.

  5. Bubi's Farewell to Burner

    Before the dwarfs chase after Dellamorta, Bubi bids an emotional farewell to Burner. In a heartfelt moment, he presses his warm hand against Burner's heart, unknowingly igniting his inner flame as the dwarfs leave.

  6. The Throne Room Confrontation

    The dwarfs reach the throne room of Fantabularasa Castle, looking for the sleeping Rose and Jack. Bubi convinces Jack to kiss Rose, but she remains under the spell cast by Dellamorta, leaving them in a dire situation.

    Where
    Throne Room, Fantabularasa Castle
  7. Bubi's Discovery

    In a stroke of luck, Bubi stumbles upon a magic potion created by the court tinkerer meant to counter Dellamorta's spells. However, before he can hand it over to Jack, the Ice Fairy snatches the potion away.

  8. Burner's Return

    Just as hope fades for the dwarfs, Burner reappears, now fully thawed and able to breathe fire. His fiery breath becomes a crucial weapon in the battle against the ice monster that Dellamorta conjures to thwart their efforts.

  9. The Ice Monster Battle

    The dwarfs face a towering ice monster conjured by Dellamorta, rendering them helpless. Burner intervenes with its fire, melting the beast and restoring some hope to the group as they continue their quest to save Rose.

  10. Bubi's Clever Strategy

    As Jack struggles to reach Rose, the Ice Fairy aims her deadly ice beams at him. In a moment of ingenuity, Bubi positions a large mirror between them, causing the ice beams to deflect back and freeze Dellamorta in place.

  11. The Final Kiss

    With Dellamorta transformed into an ice figure, Jack finally approaches the sleeping Rose. He kisses her, breaking the spell and awakening the entire castle and its inhabitants from the curse's grasp, ending a century of slumber.

    Where
    Fantabularasa Castle

Last updated: June 11, 2025 at 15:03

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Timeline questions answered

The Seventh Dwarf Timeline Explained: Your Questions Answered

When does it happen, and why in that order? The questions people ask about the chronology of The Seventh Dwarf (2015): time jumps, flashbacks, cause and effect between scenes and the correct order of events, each answered with spoilers.

Q1

Why does Bubi prick Princess Rose's finger with the cursed needle?

Bubi is the clumsy seventh dwarf who accidentally drops the cursed needle while trying to help with the birthday festivities. His mishap causes Rose to prick her finger, activating Dellamorta's curse at midnight. This mistake sets the entire plot in motion and drives Bubi's redemption arc throughout the film.

Foreshadowing: The danger of sharp objects was established early when Rose was given bronze armor to protect her.

  • bubi
  • cursed needle
  • princess rose
  • dellamorta curse
  • accident
Q2

How does Burner the dragon thaw from being an ice statue?

When Bubi says goodbye to his frozen friend Burner, he presses his warm little hand against Burner's heart. This act of heartfelt friendship unknowingly ignites Burner's inner flame, slowly thawing him from the inside out. By the time the dwarfs need him most, Burner has fully recovered and returns to breathe fire against the ice monster.

Foreshadowing: Bubi's emotional farewell and his natural warmth as a character hint at this healing moment.

  • burner
  • dragon
  • thaw
  • ice statue
  • friendship
Q3

Why is Jack the kitchen boy the true love who can break the curse?

Despite searching for Prince Charming, the dwarves discover that Jack, the humble kitchen boy, is actually Rose's true love. The magic of the curse recognizes genuine love rather than royal status. When Jack kisses Rose at the end, his true love breaks the spell, confirming he was always the one destined for her.

  • jack
  • true love
  • prince charming
  • kitchen boy
  • rose
Q4

Why does the mirror deflect Dellamorta's ice beams back onto her?

When Dellamorta attacks Jack with her ice beams, Bubi quickly positions a large mirror between them. The mirror acts as a reflective surface, causing the ice beams to bounce back and strike Dellamorta herself. This clever act transforms the powerful ice fairy into an ice figure, neutralizing her threat and allowing Jack to reach Rose.

  • mirror
  • dellamorta
  • ice beams
  • deflect
  • bubi
Q5

How does the music box help Jack remember his feelings for Rose?

Bubi plays Rose's music box during the confrontation in the throne room. The familiar melody triggers Jack's buried memories and emotions, helping him remember his true feelings for Rose. This emotional breakthrough is necessary before he can successfully kiss her and break the curse.

  • music box
  • jack
  • rose
  • memory
  • feelings
Q6

Why does Dellamorta punish Jack and turn Burner into ice?

Dellamorta punishes Jack because he is revealed to be Rose's true love, the only person who can break her curse. By capturing Jack and freezing Burner, she aims to prevent the curse from being broken. Her vengeful nature drives her to eliminate anyone who threatens her curse's permanence.

  • dellamorta
  • jack
  • punishment
  • burn
  • curse
Q7

What happens to the magic potion Bubi discovers?

Bubi discovers a magic potion created by the court tinkerer that was meant to counter Dellamorta's spells. However, before he can deliver it to Jack, Dellamorta snatches the potion away. This moment represents a near-solution that fails, raising the stakes before Burner's dramatic return.

  • magic potion
  • court tinkerer
  • dellamorta
  • bubi
Q8

How does Bubi redeem himself after causing the curse?

Bubi redeems himself by playing a crucial role in the final confrontation. His emotional friendship thaws Burner, his use of the music box helps Jack remember his love, and most importantly, his quick thinking with the mirror defeats Dellamorta. His journey from causing the curse to saving the kingdom completes his character arc.

  • bubi
  • redemption
  • dwarf
  • hero
  • mirror
Q9

Why must Princess Rose avoid sharp objects on her 18th birthday?

Dellamorta placed a curse on Rose before her birth, stating that she would fall into a century-long sleep if she pricked herself on any sharp object before her 18th birthday. This curse would also plunge the entire kingdom into slumber. The royal family took precautions by giving Rose bronze armor, but the curse was ultimately triggered by Bubi's accident.

  • curse
  • sharp objects
  • dellamorta
  • birthday
  • armor
Q10

Why does Dellamorta summon an ice monster to stop Jack?

Dellamorta summons a powerful ice monster to prevent Jack from reaching Rose and breaking the curse. The ice monster overpowers the dwarves and blocks Jack's path. However, the recently thawed Burner arrives in time to melt the ice monster with his fire breath, allowing the final confrontation to proceed.

  • ice monster
  • dellamorta
  • burn
  • jack
  • battle

Movie threads

More Movies Like The Seventh Dwarf, by Mood & Story

Curated lists built around what makes The Seventh Dwarf tick: the same mood, the same kind of story or the same emotional payoff. Each list explains why these movies belong together.

Gentle Fairy Tale Quests like The Seventh Dwarf

Charming adventures based on classic fairy tales, where good triumphs over evil. If you enjoyed the magical quest and classic storybook feel of The Seventh Dwarf, you'll love these movies. This list features similar family adventures with charming characters, whimsical worlds, and a gentle sense of peril, perfect for fans of hopeful fairy tale narratives.

  • whimsical
  • magical
  • heartwarming
  • adventurous
  • hopeful
  • lighthearted
  • Tone: whimsical, hopeful
  • Pacing: steady, quest-driven
Why these movies?

The story pattern: Stories in this thread follow a traditional quest structure, often to break a curse or save a kingdom. The narrative is straightforward, focusing on themes of bravery, friendship, and the power of good. Character arcs typically involve an underdog proving their worth or achieving redemption, leading to a definitively happy ending.

Why they belong together: These movies are grouped together because they share a specific tone: whimsical and lighthearted, with a steady pacing that builds towards a satisfying, good-versus-evil conclusion. They prioritize magical charm and gentle adventure over complex plots or heavy emotions, creating a cohesive and uplifting viewing experience.

Movies about Clumsy Hero Redemption like The Seventh Dwarf

Stories where an unlikely, mistake-prone hero must fix their error to save the day. Fans of The Seventh Dwarf who loved Bubi's journey from causing the curse to helping break it will find more to enjoy here. These films feature similar narratives where an underdog's mistake leads to a grand adventure and a chance for personal redemption in a magical setting.

  • heartwarming
  • hopeful
  • underdog
  • redemption
  • friendship
  • brave
  • Tone: heartwarming, hopeful
  • Pacing: steady, character-driven
Why these movies?

The story pattern: The narrative pattern begins with a well-meaning but clumsy character making a significant error. The bulk of the story is their quest for redemption, which involves facing challenges that build their confidence and competence. The central conflict is often internal—battling insecurity—as much as external, culminating in a moment where they successfully fix their mistake and earn forgiveness.

Why they belong together: This grouping is defined by a specific character arc: the redemption of an underdog. The shared elements include a light emotional weight, a steady pacing that follows the character's growth, and a tone that balances gentle humor with heartfelt moments of bravery and friendship.

Every angle

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