Ned is a middle-aged television writer stuck in a rut, penning scripts for a morally questionable TV show that conflicts with his values. His wife, Jeannie, is preoccupied with the pressures of caring for their chronically ill, senile father, Ernie, who has come to live with them, putting a strain on their already fragile marriage. Their teenage son, Jonah, grapples with his own identity, causing further tension in the household. Struggling to balance work, familial obligations, and personal aspirations, Ned's frustration mounts as the demands of his boss, Garrett, push him further toward a moral and emotional conflict.

Amidst the chaos, Ned crosses paths with Robin, an alluring co-worker whose flirtations tempt him into questioning his life's choices and the path he's taken. As his professional life becomes more chaotic, Ned finds it increasingly difficult to maintain his integrity and support his family. Encounters with his best friend, Gene, who is dealing with his own array of life problems, force Ned to reflect on his decisions and the consequences they carry. Through a series of challenging and transformative events, he must navigate the tumultuous landscape of modern middle-aged life, reconciling his personal desires with his responsibilities to those he loves.