Edward (Ewan McGregor) loves freedom by nature. After he grows up, he chooses to leave his hometown and embarks on a journey around the world. Along the way, Edward meets all kinds of strange characters and experiences countless wonderful adventures. His greatest interest in the future is to repeat his fantasy journey to others. Will (Billy Crudup) is Edward's son. He does not believe the bizarre stories told by his father, and even feels extremely bored with it. After marriage, he broke off contact with his father, and several years passed in a blink of an eye. When Will got the news from Edward again, he knew that his father was about to die, and he decided to see Edward for the last time. However, this time, Will finally discovered the mystery and truth hidden behind these stories.