Set in the early 1970s in Harlem, a young African-American couple, Tish and Fonny, are deeply in love and planning their future together. Their dreams are shattered when Fonny is falsely accused of raping a Puerto Rican woman and is imprisoned. Tish, who has just discovered she is pregnant with Fonny's child, is determined to prove Fonny's innocence. With the support of her family, she navigates a prejudiced legal system, holding onto hope that justice can prevail.

While Tish works to clear Fonny's name, the narrative delves into the couple's past, recounting the tender moments that solidified their bond. The film explores the societal and racial hurdles they face, including the varying reactions of their families to the pregnancy and Fonny's wrongful incarceration. Tish's mother, Sharon, becomes a pillar of strength, embarking on a quest to find evidence that might free Fonny, culminating in an emotional journey that tests the limits of a mother's advocacy for her child's future. As the story unfolds, the resilience of love amidst injustice and the couple’s unbreakable bond take center stage.