Eddie Taylor, a hardened ex-convict trying to turn his life around, finds solace in the love and support of his girlfriend, Joan. Determined to start anew, Eddie marries Joan and secures a job as a truck driver. However, his criminal past overshadows his attempts at redemption, as society and law enforcement continue to view him with suspicion. When a bank robbery occurs, Eddie is wrongfully accused due to circumstantial evidence, including his criminal record, which makes him a prime suspect. Despite their pleas of innocence, Eddie is convicted and sentenced to death, devastating Joan who believes wholeheartedly in his innocence.

As Eddie faces execution, Joan tirelessly works to clear his name, discovering new evidence that might prove his innocence. The story then takes an unexpected turn with a dramatic prison escape that sends Eddie and Joan on the run. The fugitive couple tries desperately to reach safety while being pursued by law enforcement. Their journey is fraught with danger and heartbreak, setting the stage for an emotional and gripping climax that questions whether true redemption is possible in an unforgiving world.