Bella and Edward's happiness with their daughter Renesmee is interrupted when a misunderstanding leaves the Volturi out for both their and their daughter's blood. The Cullens must make various alliances in order to protect their family from the upcoming threat.
Following the birth of Renesmee and Bella's rebirth as a vampire, the Cullens again incur the wrath of the ancient Volturi due to a false allegation that starts up a vampire showdown to end them all.