Two carefree garbage collectors in California, both aspiring to a life beyond trash, stumble upon a mystery that thrusts them into a dangerous game of corporate intrigue and environmental crime. While going about their daily routine, they discover a corrupt city official's dead body inside a barrel. Unsure of how to handle the situation but eager for adventure, they decide not to report the death immediately and instead delve into uncovering the truth behind his murder. Their amateur investigation leads them into the world of dirty politics, shady businessmen, and corrupt practices threatening the environment.

As they dig deeper, the duo encounters an attractive young woman who turns out to have unexpected connections to the victim, pulling them further into a conspiracy that's larger than they ever imagined. They face mounting threats from hired goons hired to keep the crime under wraps, forcing the two unorthodox detectives to rely on their quick wit and street smarts as they bumble through attempts to gather evidence and seek justice. Amidst their misadventures, they attempt to balance their day job of picking up garbage while simultaneously navigating this newfound chaos. All along, their friendship is tested as they learn what truly matters in their pursuit of truth and justice, leading them into comical situations where every garbage pickup might hold new surprises.