Young Daniel, struggling with the grief of losing his mother and being harassed by a large bully, longs for a unique companion. His dream seems to come true when he finds Lumpy, a living elephant, in his backyard. However, his joy is short-lived as his father sends Lumpy to the nearby zoo. Determined to rescue his newfound friend, Daniel sets off on an extraordinary journey, illustrating that friendships can be surprising, magic exists, and anything is achievable.