Set in the Persian Empire, the film follows a young orphan named Dastan (Jake Gyllenhaal), who is adopted by the king and raised as a prince.
During a diplomatic mission, dastan is framed for murder and must elope with Princess Tamina (Gemma Arterton), a mysterious woman with a powerful secret.
Together, they embark on a perilous journey to clear his name and uncover the secrets of the legendary sands of time, a magical weapon that can reverse time.