Struggling with a family tragedy, teenage rebel Billy Wyatt acts out and steals a car. For his crime he is sent to the juvenile correctional facility, Burnsville Camp for Boys. In this harsh unforgiving environment, Billy not only has to win over the divided group of inmates but also avoid punishment from the sadistic prison officials. Using his extraordinary charm and intellect Billy has to inspire and unite his fellow inmates whilst also searching internally for a way to move his life forward.