On a night of celebration, a luxurious cruise turns into a deadly trap when a massive rogue wave capsizes it, leaving the passengers trapped in uncontrollable chaos. Among the survivors is a diverse group of people who, despite their differences, must come together to find a way out and save their lives. Led by a priest in a crisis of faith, played by Gene Hackman, the group embarks on a dangerous journey through the flooded and dimly lit corridors of the ship.
As they delve into what was once the splendid transatlantic liner, they face a series of deadly challenges: wrecked cabins, sudden fires, and, most terrifying of all, the fear that time is running out. Among the characters are a mother and her son, an elderly couple, and a young man aspiring to break free from the shadow of his past. Every decision they make could be their last, and tensions rise as they are forced to confront not only external danger but also their own internal demons.
The journey leads them to question their priorities, the value of life, and the power of hope. Each individual must face their own mortality as they struggle to survive and find an escape route amid the disaster. The fight for survival becomes a captivating journey of redemption and sacrifice in a context where the unimaginable becomes reality.