In the 23rd century, a great Evil is threatening the survival of Earth, and cab driver Korben Dallas finds himself playing the part of reluctant hero when a girl falls through his taxi's roof. The beautiful Leeloo turns out to be the sought after Fifth Element which is needed to overthrow Evil. But Zorg, who is working for the malevolent forces, will do whatever he can to prevent Korben and Leeloo on their quest to save Earth.