In 1964, a charismatic priest, Father Flynn, challenges the strict customs of a Bronx school, led by the iron-fisted Principal, Sister Aloysius, who rules with fear. The school's first black student, Donald Miller, has just been accepted, and Sister James shares her concerns about Father Flynn's attention towards Donald, sparking Sister Aloysius's crusade to uncover the truth and remove Flynn from the school.

Doubt
The complex bond between a troubled young boy and a priest is explored, as a school principal delves into the intricacies of their relationship, revealing a deeper connection that challenges the norms of their community.