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Riley follows the journey of “The Texas Bluesman”, Johnny Riley, a man who grew up in a tumultuous household, marked by the constant presence of his abusive, minister father. Struggling to cope with the pain and trauma inflicted upon him, during childhood, Johnny found solace and refuge in music. From a young age, he discovers his innate talent for playing guitar, singing and songwriting, using music as a means to escape the harsh reality of his home life.
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Growing up in Greenville, Texas, Bart Millard suffers physical and emotional abuse at the hands of his father, Arthur. When Arthur becomes terminally ill, he finds redemption by embracing his faith and rediscovering his love for his son. Years later, Bart's troubled childhood and mended relationship with his dad inspires him to write the hit song "I Can Only Imagine" as singer of the Christian band MercyMe.

Monte Walsh and Chet Rollins are long-time cowhands, working whatever ranch work comes their way, but "nothing they can't do from a horse." Their lives are divided between months on the range and the occasional trip into town. Monte has a long-term relationship with prostitute Martine Bernard, while Chet has fallen under the spell of the widow who owns the hardware store. Camaraderie and competition with the other cowboys fill their days, until one of the hands, Shorty Austin, loses his job and gets involved in rustling and killing. Then Monte and Chet find that their lives on the range are inexorably redirected.