Yuchi Gong is a historical action drama about the renowned Tang Dynasty general whose has become a deity figure in China as the Door God, and whose image is believed to keep evil spirits from entering thus it can be found on many entries to temples, homes, and business across China and Chinese communities worldwide. This film tells the story of Yuchi's life and weaves together his philosophy on justice, his exploits on the battlefield during multiple campaigns throughout his life, his thoughts on war and peace, along with his search and longing throughout his life for his wife and child who was taken from him at a young age and who he ultimately faces on the battleground years later.