In the heart of Los Angeles, Roy Dillon, a small-time con artist, becomes the central figure in a tense narrative of deceit and betrayal. Roy, attempting a simple swindle, is violently injured when a mark retaliates, leading him to seek medical attention. This event draws the attention of his estranged mother, Lilly Dillon, who leads a dangerous life herself as an experienced and ruthless con artist involved with the racetrack mob. Lilly's surprise visit to check on her son's wellbeing reignites their fraught relationship. Meanwhile, Roy’s girlfriend, Myra Langtry, an ambitious hustler harboring her own secrets and schemes, grows suspicious of Lilly’s intentions. The two women instantly clash, each vying for control over Roy’s life and interests.

As these three grifters navigate their entwined lives, deceit and manipulation become the tools of survival. The tension rises as Roy is caught between his attachment to Myra and unresolved issues with his mother. Each character harbors ulterior motives that gradually unravel their trust in one another. Myra devises a high-stakes con that could change their lives, but Lilly’s instincts warn against it. The unfolding drama presents a dangerous game of cat and mouse where loyalty is tested and deception reigns supreme. As each character plots and schemes, their individual desires and fears lead them towards a confrontation with escalating stakes, setting the stage for an intense exploration of treachery and ambition in a world where survival comes at a high price.