The film tells in a few scenes the life of the famous Russian poet Alexander Pushkin. He begins with the poet's studies at the High School, where he passes his exams brilliantly, then continues with the scenes which describe the success of his literary works. Pushkin reads his works in the presence of his fellow writers, such as Gogol, Zhukovsky, Karamzin, Griboedov etc. Then he has an audience with the Emperor. Pushkin and his wife receive many guests. During a party, Pushkin sees that he has a rival in the heart of his wife - Dantes. Their duel ends badly, Pushkin is mortally wounded. He died after receiving a letter from the Emperor who promised to look after his family.