In a small American town during World War II, a young man named Woodrow Truesmith, a Marine who was discharged for health reasons, returns home with the intention of hiding his situation. However, he encounters a group of well-meaning friends and neighbors who assume he has returned with honors after bravely fighting on the front lines. As the conversation flows, Woodrow finds himself trapped in a web of lies, inadvertently becoming a war hero.
With the support of his friends, he begins to enjoy the attention and recognition he never thought he would receive. But not everything is rosy. As his fame grows and the hopes of others focus on him, the pressure becomes overwhelming. The involvement of a charming woman who falls in love with his "heroism" further complicates his life.
Caught in this comedy of errors, Woodrow must grapple with guilt and truth while his life transforms into a hilarious jumble of misunderstandings. While the community hails him as a true hero, Woodrow knows he must find the courage to reveal who he really is. The film intertwines humor with a reflection on bravery, sacrifice, and what it truly means to be a hero in times of war. With comedic situations and a touching ending, the story explores the human need for belonging and acceptance.