In 1971, five college buddies from the University of Texas embark on a final road trip odyssey across the Mexican border before facing up to uncertain futures, in Vietnam and otherwise.

Kevin Costner
as Gardner Barnes

Judd Nelson
as Phil Hicks

Sam Robards
as Kenneth Waggener

Chuck Bush
as Dorman

Marvin J. McIntyre
as Truman Sparks

Suzy Amis
as The Girl

Glenne Headly
as Trelis

Pepe Serna
as Gas Station Mechanic

E. G. Daily
as Judy

Jane A. Johnston
as Phil's Mom