Set in the epic fantasy world of Orïsha, the story follows a young woman named Zélie on a quest to reclaim the magic that was violently stolen from her people. She and her older brother, Tzain, form an alliance with the king's daughter (Princess Amari) and son (Prince Inan) to fight back against the brutal, oppressive rule of King Saran. The film features a all Black star-studded cast: Thuso Mbedu, Damson Idris, Amandla Stenberg, Tosin Cole, Cynthia Erivo, Lashana Lynch, Zackary Momoh, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Chiwetel Ejiofor as King Saran, Regina King as Queen Nehanda, Idris Elba, Viola Davis