The film chronicles the life of William Wallace, a 13th-century Scottish hero. After losing his parents at a young age, Wallace grows up in peace but is devastated when his wife, Murron, is brutally killed by English soldiers. This tragedy ignites his resolve to lead a rebellion against the oppressive rule of King Edward Longshanks of England.
Wallace gathers the people of Scotland and builds a formidable resistance. Through courage and brilliant tactics, he achieves key victories against the English, most notably at the Battle of Stirling Bridge. Wallace quickly becomes a symbol of freedom for Scotland, inspiring the nation to rise against English tyranny.
While Wallace fights for freedom, the Scottish nobles remain divided by their self-serving interests. He is betrayed by Robert the Bruce, a nobleman with ambitions to claim the throne. Despite these setbacks, Wallace remains steadfast in his ideals, refusing to surrender to oppression or treachery.
Wallace is captured and executed brutally in London. In his final moments, he shouts βFreedom!β leaving behind a powerful rallying cry for the Scottish people. His death does not extinguish the fight for independence; instead, it inspires Robert the Bruce to lead Scotland to victory at the Battle of Bannockburn, securing the nationβs freedom.