Ronnie Jackson is a bumbling baby photographer who dreams of becoming a private detective. By a twist of fate, he finds himself tangled in a real detective case when he is mistaken for a sleuth. A mysterious and beautiful woman named Carlotta Montay urgently seeks his help, believing him to be the private detective in the office next door. Carlotta explains that her missing uncle, Baron Montay, has been kidnapped by a nefarious gang led by the sinister Kismet. Hesitant but intrigued, Ronnie agrees to take on the case and is thrust into a world of danger and deceit.

As he poses as a detective, Ronnie uncovers clues and gets entangled with an assortment of shady characters, including the menacing Willie. With Carlotta's help, they navigate through a series of perilous situations, shady motels, and encoded messages. The amateur detective's comical incompetence adds humor to the perilous adventure, blending elements of romance and slapstick comedy. As the stakes get higher, Ronnie must summon all his wits and courage to outsmart the criminals, hoping to rescue Carlotta's uncle and bring the villains to justice, all while struggling to maintain his cover as a real detective.