Three high school seniors throw a party to make a name for themselves. As the night progresses, things spiral out of control as word of the party spreads.

In a world divided into factions based on personality types, Tris learns that she's been classified as Divergent and won't fit in. When she discovers a plot to destroy Divergents, Tris and the mysterious Four must find out what makes Divergents dangerous before it's too late.

Under the direction of a ruthless instructor, a talented young drummer begins to pursue perfection at any cost, even his humanity.