A man caught in the throes of a mid-life crisis decides to fulfill his long set-aside dream of becoming a comedian.

There be Dragons is an epic action-adventure romance set during the turmoil of the Spanish Civil War. The story traces the lives of two young men, Josemaria Escriva (Charlie Cox) and Manolo Torres (Wes Bentley), childhood friends who are separated by the political upheaval of pre-war Spain to find themselves on opposite sides as war erupts. Choosing peace, Josemaria becomes a priest and struggles to spread reconciliation by founding the movement Opus Dei (work of God).

Five friends connected by their strong faith and belief in God set out to make a difference in the world following graduation. Their ambitions are high, their passions are strong but will they have the courage to fulfill their calling regardless of what comes their way?