Houseboat

Tom Winters, a widowed father and Washington lawyer, finds himself struggling to connect with his three spirited children. After the kids return from a summer holiday with their aunt, the already rocky household is further unsettled by a series of mishaps. When their home is accidentally destroyed, Tom is left with no option but to relocate the family onto a ramshackle houseboat on the Potomac River. In over his head with both fatherhood and housekeeping, Tom hires a beautiful and mysterious Italian woman named Cinzia as a live-in maid. Unbeknownst to Tom, Cinzia is actually the daughter of a famous conductor, seeking a break from her sheltered life.

Although initially chaotic and filled with comedic misunderstandings, the new living arrangement begins to bridge the gap between Tom and his children, as Cinzia brings warmth and structure into their lives. Gradually, the small family starts to bond over quirks and challenges, while Tom finds himself growing fond of Cinzia's unique charm and spontaneity. As their interactions deepen, so do Tom's feelings, underscoring the possibility of new beginnings. Yet, underlying cultural differences and personal assumptions threaten to complicate their blossoming relationship. With each member navigating their own internal struggles and expectations, the houseboat becomes both a haven and a stage for evolving heartstrings.