Nomi Malone (Elizabeth Berkley) is a beautiful young drifter who shows up in Las Vegas with dreams of becoming a Show Girl. While dancing in a strip club, she meets the current star of Stardust Hotel, Cristal Conners (Gina Gershon), and manages to line up an audition for the chorus line. Though unprepared for the drama of a Show Girl's life, Nomi quickly adapts. After scoring a place in the chorus line, Nomi sets her sights on becoming the star, even if that means playing dirty. When a close friend is violated, Nomi must choose between fame or friendship. That is when she shows what she is really made of.