This film set in the 1930s, where famous scientists from around the world have mysteriously disappeared and reporter Polly Perkins (Gwyneth Paltrow) along with ace aviator Sky Captain (Jude Law) are on the case. Their investigation leads them to a mysterious man named Dr. Totenkopf, who plans to launch an ark into space before destroying the Earth. The two may be the planet's only hope as they are aided by Franky Cook (Angelina Jolie).