Cris Johnson (Nicolas Cage) can precognition. He can only see two minutes ahead, with the exception of a vision he once had of a woman walking into a diner. Knowing no details other than the time, he goes to the diner twice each day at 8:09 to await her arrival. He works as a small-time magic (illusion) in Las Vegas Valley, where he supplements his income with gambling, using his powers to win against the house.