In the year 1821, Don Diego de la Vega assumes the role of mayor of his beloved city of Los Angeles, with the ambition of making it flourish. However, the city is in financial trouble due to the greed of a local entrepreneur, Don Emmanuel, against whom the mayor's abilities are insufficient to fight injustice. Diego hasn't called on his alter ego, Zorro, for two decades. However, for the greater good, he is forced to don his mask and sword once again. Diego soon finds himself struggling to manage his double life as Zorro and mayor, which puts his marriage to Gabriella, unaware of his secret, to the test. Will Diego be able to preserve his marriage and his sanity in the midst of the turmoil?