Deadwood, Dakota Territory, is largely the abode of men, where Indian scout Calamity Jane is as hard-riding, boastful, and handy with a gun as any, quite an overpowering personality.

But the army lieutenant she favors doesnt really appreciate her finer qualities.

One of Janes boasts brings her to Chicago to recruit an actress for the Golden Garter stage.

Arrived, the lady in question appears (at first) to be a more feminine rival for the favors of Janes male friends... including her friendly enemy Wild Bill Hickock.