A legendary bouncer with a philosophy degree, Dalton, is recruited to clean up a notoriously rough bar in Jasper, Missouri named the Double Deuce. The establishment is rife with brawls, rowdy behavior and an untamed staff. Upon arrival, Dalton assesses the situation and quickly begins to assert his authority, firing those who don't meet his professional standards and enforcing a strict policy of respect and order. While implementing his rigorous brand of bar management, Dalton crosses paths with a local doctor, Elizabeth "Doc" Clay, and a romance begins to develop between the two, offering a contrast to the violent nature of his nighttime duties.

Meanwhile, Dalton’s efforts to reform the Double Deuce put him at odds with Brad Wesley, a wealthy but corrupt businessman who has a stranglehold on the town. Wesley uses his influence and goons to intimidate the townspeople and maintain control over local businesses, including the bar. Tension escalates as Dalton stands up to Wesley's intimidation tactics, and with the help of his mentor and fellow bouncer, Wade Garrett, he works to protect the town from Wesley's oppressive grip. The struggle between Dalton and Wesley's forces intensifies, drawing Dalton deeper into the town's problems and leading to confrontations that put his life, and the lives of those close to him, in danger.