A group of strangers find themselves on a train that is scheduled to leave at five to seven. As they interact with each other during the journey, they discover that they all have their own personal dramas and secrets. The train becomes a microcosm of their lives, revealing the complexities and intertwining stories of its passengers.

In a small town plagued by a series of gruesome rapes, a determined detective must unravel the mystery and bring the culprits to justice. As the investigation unfolds, the detective finds himself facing his own demons and questioning his own morality. The Rapists delves deep into the twisted psyche of both the criminals and those who pursue them.