In a small town in Alabama, Edward Bloom is a man whose life is marked by fantastic stories and epic tales. Since his youth, Edward has lived surrounded by legends and adventures that seem straight out of a fairy tale, from meeting a mystical mermaid to facing a kind giant. However, as his death approaches, his son Will, who has always had a complicated relationship with him, tries to understand the truth behind these exaggerated narratives.
Will can't help but feel that his father has been more focused on building a fantasy world than forging a real connection with him. As he delves into Edward's stories, we discover how the surreal tales are intertwined with significant moments of his life, revealing both joy and sorrow. The narrative takes us through time, interweaving the present with the past in a journey that shows how stories can be a form of love and an attempt to leave a legacy.
As Will unravels the truth about his father, he realizes that each story, no matter how fantastical, holds a spark of reality. In the end, what seemed to be just a series of extravagant tales ends up serving as a reminder of the beauty of life and the importance of accepting both reality and fantasy in the pursuit of understanding and honoring those we love.