Gilbert Galvan Jr (Josh Duhamel), a charming criminal, escapres from prison and assumes a new identity. After falling in love with Andrea (Elisha Cuthbert), a caring social worker he can’t provide for, he turns to robbing banks and discovers that he’s exceptionally good at it. Addicted to the rush and money, he turns to loan shartk and gangster Tommy Key (Mel Gibson) for bigger opportunities. Based on the true story of The Flying Bandit.