After the death of the British prime minister, the worlds most powerful leaders gather in London to pay their respects. Without warning, terrorists unleash a devastating attack that leaves the city in chaos and ruins. Secret Service agent Mike Banning ( Gerard Butler) springs into action to bring U.S. President Benjamin Asher ( Aaron Eckhart) to safety.
When Asher falls into the hands of the sinister organization, its up to Banning to save his commander in chief from a horrible fate.