In the movie Wild Wild West, Dr. Arliss Loveless is a former Confederate scientist who lost his limbs in the war and now uses a steam-powered wheelchair to move around. He has a vendetta against President U.S. Grant and wants to split the United States in half by reigniting the Civil War.
James West, a U.S. Army captain turned gunslinger, and Artemus Gordon, a government agent and master disguise artist, are sent to stop Loveless. Together, they must navigate a dangerous world of corrupt officials, deadly gadgets, and Loveless' own legion of henchmen, which includes his beautiful and deadly assistant, Miss East.
Along the way, the duo encounters a myriad of challenges, including a giant mechanical spider that Loveless has built to terrorize the country. They also must confront their own personal demons and differences, as West's brash, shoot-first attitude clashes with Gordon's more cerebral and strategic approach.
In the end, through a combination of wit, skill, and sheer luck, West and Gordon are able to foil Loveless' plans and save the President. The film is a mix of action, comedy, and steampunk aesthetics, with plenty of over-the-top set pieces and plot twists to keep viewers engaged from start to finish.