After two teenagers find the death body of a little girl, Eric Draven gets involved to find the killer. Detective Albrecht´s son, Marcus, is arrested for the crime. Although the evidence against him is mounting, Eric is convinced of his innocence. The Crow informs Eric about the virus that causes evil in the world; a virus that lays dormant until its host unleashed it in a moment of rage and violence. There is no cure, but the Bird suggest that there is the possibility of limiting its spread.