In the heart of post-Civil War America, a legendary outlaw named Jesse James stands as a symbol of rebellion and adventure. The story follows his life after the war, when he and his gang of outlaws engage in robbing trains and banks, defying authorities and inspiring both fear and admiration in the hearts of the people. However, fame brings with it a series of enemies, including a group of bounty hunters determined to put an end to his reign of terror.
As his legend grows, so do his personal conflicts. Jesse struggles with his own morality while idealizing a past life that no longer exists. Confronted with his own mortality, his relationships with family and friends begin to deteriorate, caught between duty and the desire for freedom. In turn, his love for Zerelda—a strong and resolute woman who tries to keep him away from danger—becomes one of the most important forces in his life.
With a narrative rich in action and emotional drama, the film presents not only a man's quest for his place in a changing world but also the impact of the legend on popular culture. Bullets fly and hearts break as Jesse and his gang attempt to defy the fate that seems to have been marked for them, all set against a backdrop where the Old West collides with emerging modernity.