In 1970s California, an ordinary man searches for his place in the world, but soon finds himself trapped in the dark business of drug trafficking. The story follows the life of George Jung, a charismatic guy who, thanks to his ingenuity and desire to live large, becomes one of the biggest cocaine traffickers in the United States. With a difficult childhood and a father who doesn’t believe in his dreams, George is driven to do whatever it takes to achieve the success and respect he has always longed for.
At first, George starts selling marijuana on the beach, but his ambition leads him to collaborate with the feared Medellín cartel in Colombia. As his empire grows, so does the emotional cost of his life. His relationship with his girlfriend, Mirtha, becomes tumultuous, and betrayal and danger become constants in his life. With all the luxuries and excesses he has always dreamed of, George soon discovers that life at the top can be more fragile than it seems.
Featuring a powerful cast led by Johnny Depp, the film immerses us in a world of destructive decisions, betrayed loyalties, and the desperate struggle to maintain control. As the game intensifies and the forces of law begin to close in, George faces the harsh reality of his life, leaving us with a reflection on the sacrifices we make in the name of the American dream.