Though a master of sword and pen, Cyrano nevertheless feels inferior because of his appearance and dares not reveal his passionate love for his exquisite cousin, Roxane. Instead, he agrees to woo her on behalf of a handsome yet dull officer, named Christian. His tender verse gives voice to the dashing, but inarticulate, Christian and wins Roxane's heart.
This handsome couple looks forward to their happy life after marriage, but fate decides otherwise...