Will is the true story of a strong and good-hearted man who lived during a critical period in American history: the latter half of the 19th century. The main character just wants to live a peaceful and productive life. However, that proves most difficult when he is confronted by the Civil War, sickness, death, drought and near financial ruin. He attempts drilling for oil in western Pennsylvania as well as panning for gold near Sutter's Mill, heart of the California Gold Rush. In the end, only one thing allows him to survive: will.