The young orphan girl Momo lives in the ruins of an old Roman amphitheatre and has an open ear for everyone in the neighbourhood. But her favourite thing to do is spend her days with her best friend Gino. But when a powerful international corporation starts stealing everyone's time, suddenly no one has time for her anymore. Not even Gino! Momo is desperate. But then a mysterious turtle appears and leads her to Master Hora, the guardian of time. Together they can take on the time thieves - but will their plan work? An exciting race begins.