Tom & Jerry (2021) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Tom Moves to Manhattan

Tom Cat arrives in Manhattan with dreams of becoming a pianist. He sets up camp in Central Park, ready to start a new chapter in his life amidst the bustling city.

Where

Central Park, Manhattan

Jerry Seeks a New Home

At the same time, Jerry Mouse is searching for a new residence. The two characters' paths cross, setting the stage for a series of comedic events.

Piano Incident

Tom's piano, which he plays while feigning blindness to earn money, is destroyed during a chaotic scuffle with Jerry. This commotion alerts the crowd, leading them to withdraw their donations upon learning of Tom's deception.

Where

Central Park

Kayla's Job Loss

In the midst of the chaos, Tom unintentionally collides with Kayla Forester, resulting in her being fired from the Royal Gate Hotel. This incident marks the beginning of Kayla's struggle to regain her footing in the competitive wedding planning industry.

Where

Royal Gate Hotel

Kayla's Deception

Desperate for a new start, Kayla fabricates a resume belonging to another job applicant, which successfully helps her land a position at the upscale Royal Gate. She is soon tasked with planning a high-profile wedding, elevating the stakes.

Where

Royal Gate Hotel

Jerry's Mischief

As Kayla begins her new job, Jerry continues to create chaos by stealing food and other items within the hotel. His antics soon attract the attention of Tom, who devises a plan to capture Jerry.

Where

Royal Gate Hotel

Celebrity Arrival

Local celebrity Preeta Mehta and her fiancé Ben arrive for their wedding, unaware of Jerry's ongoing mischief. Their presence adds pressure to the wedding planning and Kayla's responsibilities.

Where

Royal Gate Hotel

The Dog Park Suggestion

As tensions rise, Kayla suggests that Ben take their dog Spike for a walk in the park to diffuse the situation. She hopes this will help avoid further trouble from Jerry's antics.

Where

Dog Park

Chaos in the Hotel

Jerry's tricks lead to a series of comedic blunders that threaten the wedding and disrupt the hotel. After several failed attempts to catch Jerry, Tom breaks into the hotel in pursuit of him.

Where

Royal Gate Hotel

Kayla Teams Up with Tom

In the midst of the ensuing chaos, Kayla decides to team up with Tom in their shared goal of capturing Jerry. This partnership sets the stage for even more humorous escapades.

Where

Royal Gate Hotel

Tom Becomes Exterminator

After much deliberation, the hotel owner, Mr. Dubros, hires Tom as the designated exterminator to deal with Jerry. The pressure mounts as they face disapproval from Terence, the hotel manager.

Where

Royal Gate Hotel

Engagement Ring Crisis

In a clever twist, Jerry reveals where Preeta's missing engagement ring is hidden, using it as a bargaining chip to secure his place in the hotel. This opens up further complications for Kayla and Tom.

Lobby Destruction

Through a series of misunderstandings, the hotel lobby is dramatically destroyed, forcing Kayla to retrieve the stolen ring and inadvertently altering the course of her career within the hotel.

Where

Royal Gate Hotel

Wedding Day Catastrophe

The story culminates during the wedding ceremony where a series of tomfooleries by Tom and Jerry cause chaos. Kayla faces public humiliation, but it ultimately leads to unexpected reconciliations.

Where

Wedding Venue

Resolution and New Beginnings

In a heartwarming conclusion, Tom and Jerry unite to ensure the wedding goes off without further hitches. Kayla finds common ground with others, while Tom remains committed to pursuing his piano dreams.

Where

Central Park