Two 14-year-old friends, Ellis and Neckbone, discover a mysterious boat stuck in a tree on a Mississippi River island. They soon meet Mud, a fugitive hiding from the law, who asks for their help in exchange for the boat. As Ellis and Neckbone assist Mud in his efforts to reunite with his love, Juniper, they learn about the harsh realities of love, heartbreak, and the unspoken rules of relationships.

Mud
Three unlikely companions embark on a perilous journey to evade capture and help a fugitive reunite with his long-lost love.