In a dystopian future where water is the most precious resource and tightly controlled by the oppressive organization known as the Eco-Protectorate, a group of orphans in a desert wasteland form a close-knit roller-skating team called the Solarbabies. Living under the harsh rule of the Protectorate, the team discovers a mysterious alien orb they name Bodhi, which possesses supernatural powers and offers them hope of freedom and the possibility of ending the regime's stranglehold on water. As they bond with Bodhi, they realize it could be the key to a better future.

The Solarbabies embark on a perilous journey to keep Bodhi away from Protectorate leaders who are desperate to reclaim the orb and maintain their authority. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and temptations that test their unity and resolve. As they navigate this treacherous landscape, their will is strengthened by the revelation of Bodhi's true potential to restore balance to their world. Their quest for freedom turns into an epic struggle against tyrannical forces, pushing them to confront their fears and believe in something larger than themselves.