A money order salesman is brutally murdered and two teenage brothers and their best friend are arrested. They spend almost four decades behind bars, until a journalist takes notice of the case and uncovers evidence of the men's innocence.

Nick Yarris's uncanny knowledge of a gruesome kidnapping and murder makes him a prime suspect and eventually lands him on death row. 20 years and one escape attempt later, new evidence emerges that offers Nick one last hope for freedom.