In Senegal, West Africa, live a group of chimpanzees, led by an alpha male named David.
He is surrounded by rivals who all want his crown, and are prepared to kill him for it.
David will face brutal battles, have his world engulfed in flames and will have to pull off an extraordinary act of deception.
In a story of power and politics, can David overcome the threats to his leadership and hold on to the alpha position long enough to sire a possible future heir to his throne?