F. Ross Johnson embarks on a bold move to take RJR Nabisco private after the disappointing reception of his innovative smokeless cigarette, Premier. Facing a challenging market rife with rumors, Johnson seeks to regain control of his tobacco empire, navigating a high-stakes environment filled with rival bidders and corporate intrigue. As tensions rise and negotiations unfold, the battle for the company becomes a gripping tale of ambition, greed, and the complexities of the business world in the 1990s.