When barbarian hordes attack her nation, the courageous and shrewd Mulan disguises herself as a male soldier to bolster the ranks in place of her father, who is unable to fight due to his advancing age. The warrior's extraordinary bravery propels her through intense battle scenes and cruel wartime tactics. Mulan loses dear friends to the enemy's blade as she ascends to become one of her country's most significant commanders; nevertheless, is she able to win the war before her secret is revealed?