In a David Vs Goliath battle for supremacy, Jeremy "JJ" Jackson fights against all odds to try and provide for his family in his time of need. Being no stranger to the ring, JJ solves his problems with his fists, and with this being his semi-professional debut, he is feeling better than ever to take on the furious Henry "The Clubber" Ray. After an unexpected scuffle before the match, JJ is left on the ropes to face an impossible foe, but not without his wife and trainer in his corner. On The Ropes showcases how no matter how the odds are stacked against you, the human condition can still try and fight to the last fleeting moment. It is all about believing in yourself when no one else can, and being there to understand what is really worth fighting for in life.