In the rugged and mythic Scottish Highlands, princess Merida is the impetuous daughter of King Fergus and Queen Elinor, who is more at home with her bow than with royal responsibilities. Merida's spirited nature and defiance of an age-old custom angers the Highland lords and leads to chaos in the kingdom. Determined to forge her own path in life, Merida makes a reckless choice that unleashes unintended peril and forces her to harness all of her skills and resources to undo a beastly curse before it's too late.

As the kingdom teeters on the brink of turmoil, Merida encounters an eccentric old witch who grants her an ill-fated wish. The young princess's actions inadvertently set off a dramatic and dangerous chain of events that challenge her bravery and her archery skills. Merida's adventure tests her relationships, her wit, and her heart as she seeks to reverse the curse while discovering the true meaning of bravery and what it means to be a leader.