Two orphaned children and their governess travel to the remote Moonacre Manor where their uncle is caught up in an ancient feud.

As a new arrival at Moonacre Manor, Maria discovers that only she can fulfil a ghostly prophecy.

Maria realises that only she can resolve the feud.

Taken hostage, Maria confronts Lady and Simon Blackheart and plans her escape.

Maria fulfils the prophesy, ghosts are laid to rest, and Lady Blackheart gets her come-uppance.