Charles (Joseph Mazzello) has no idea what he's in for when his Grandfather, Stoney (Peter Fonda), comes to Minneapolis for medical treatment. A pampered, big-city kid, Charles has a difficult time relating to this old man from a sheep ranch. But when Stoney's pal Shuck (Kris Kristofferson) shows up to break him out of the hospital, Charles is swept up in the adventure of a lifetime. From a stolen hearse to a wild, hilarious race back to the Badlands of North Dakota, Charles learns to be a "wooly boy" and appreciate his roots. This funny, heartwarming story underlines the power of family and friendship and shows us that it's never too late.