Peter, a successful lawyer, is adjusting to his new life with his partner Beth and their newborn son. His routine is interrupted when his ex-wife, Kate, appears unexpectedly, revealing concerns about their teenage son, Nicholas. Kate struggles to cope with Nicholas's episodes of depression and his unexplained absences from school. Peter, determined to be a better father than his own was, agrees to let Nicholas move in with him and Beth. Despite Peter’s efforts, communicating with Nicholas proves challenging, and the teenager remains withdrawn and troubled. The rift between Peter’s commitment to his current family and his desire to support Nicholas creates tension at home.

As Peter navigates these turbulent waters, he confronts the stark reality of balancing familial responsibilities while grappling with the guilt of his previous decisions. His relationship with Beth strains under the pressure, as she grapples with integrating Nicholas into their new family dynamic. Peter’s attempts to connect with Nicholas reveal deeper-rooted issues than he initially understood, leading him to question his effectiveness as a father. This journey unfolds challenges in both his personal and professional life as Peter’s priorities are continually put to the test. The emotional complexity of father-son dynamics, alongside marriages strained by past decisions, illuminates the difficult path toward understanding and healing amidst unresolved emotional turmoil and familial expectations. The narrative unfolds as Peter grapples with reconciling the growing gap between the idealized version of a father he aspires to be and the reality he encounters.