During World War II, a team of American paratroopers is assigned to destroy a Japanese radar station situated in the dense Burmese jungle. Led by Captain Nelson, the unit bravely parachutes into enemy territory and successfully carries out their initial mission, demolishing the equipment critical to Japanese operations. As they begin their journey back through the treacherous jungle, they encounter initial resistance but rely on their training and camaraderie to evade or confront small groups of enemy soldiers. Morale is high as they make contact with friendly guerrilla fighters who offer assistance and guidance through the harsh terrain.

However, things take a dire turn when the Americans realize their extraction plans have been compromised by the enemy. Reinforcements and patrols have flooded the area, forcing the soldiers into a battle for survival and evasion. Stranded behind enemy lines without sufficient supplies, their situation becomes increasingly precarious and tense. The soldiers must use their wits, skills, and trust in one another to navigate hostile environments while dealing with decreased numbers and unexpected challenges. The harsh jungle tests their endurance as they grapple both with physical exhaustion and the constant threat of capture. With communication with headquarters cut off, the unit must find an alternative escape route, but the path through the Japanese-occupied territory grows ever more perilous.