Kenny Wells, a down-and-out prospector struggling to maintain his family's mining company, teams up with geologist Michael Acosta on an ambitious venture to find gold in the uncharted jungles of Indonesia. Driven by desperation and a dream, the unlikely partners secure funding and head into the wilderness, enduring significant hardships and setbacks in their quest. Against the backdrop of harsh and dangerous conditions, they strike what appears to be one of the largest gold deposits in history, catapulting their company into the spotlight and making them overnight sensations in the mining industry.

As their newfound wealth and success thrust them into the high-stakes world of Wall Street, Wells and Acosta face increasing scrutiny and pressure from investors, government officials, and competing interests. Amidst the glitz and glamour, Kenny grapples with balancing his personal relationships alongside his professional ambitions, while Acosta's motivations come into question. Just as they seem to have achieved everything they’ve ever wanted, cracks begin to appear in their golden façade, threatening to unravel their dreams and expose them to unforeseen consequences.