During World War II, a group of American soldiers is being transported to a military prison for various offenses when their convoy is ambushed by the Germans. Amidst the chaos, the prisoners seize the opportunity to escape into the French countryside. The escapees include a diverse group of misfits, each with their own unique skills and backgrounds. Combating unforgiving terrain and relentless enemy patrols, the ragtag group continuously battles for survival while attempting to avoid recapture. They soon encounter the French Resistance, who are struggling to carry out a crucial mission and desperately need capable fighters.

Despite initial mistrust, the escapees and the French Resistance form an uneasy alliance. Their cooperation leads them to devise daring plans to sabotage German operations and gather intelligence, significantly bolstering the resistance efforts. However, as their mission becomes increasingly perilous, they face moral dilemmas and mounting internal tensions that threaten to unravel their plans. The group's resilience and innovative strategies are tested, laying the groundwork for a climactic confrontation with the enemy.