In the Albanian port city of Durrës, Arion (Noizy), a former inmate, is released from prison to fight in illegal bare-knuckle bouts at the notorious venue «The Circle» on behalf of Ilir (Blerim Destani), who is heavily in debt. Club owner Hans (Moritz Bleibtreu) is initially skeptical of Arion. However, as Arion attracts more and more attention, Hans recognizes his commercial potential as well. What begins as a way out of poverty turns into a risky game when Ilir becomes involved in an illegal betting ring. BLOOD MONEY is a gritty martial arts drama about two men trying to escape their lives.