Danny, a young urban professional in Chicago, meets Debbie at a bar. After a one-night stand, their relationship quickly turns serious, and they decide to move in together. Despite their strong attraction and deepening feelings for each other, they face challenges as they try to understand if their relationship is built on genuine compatibility or merely physical passion. Their friends, who have differing views on romance and commitment, provide both encouragement and skepticism. Bernie, Danny’s best friend, is particularly cynical about relationships, often advising Danny to avoid long-term commitments. Meanwhile, Debbie’s friend Joan is more supportive but also cautious.

As Danny and Debbie navigate their new living situation, they encounter various issues that put their relationship to the test. Differences in lifestyle, priorities, and expectations begin to surface, causing tension between them. Their struggles reveal the complexities of modern relationships and the effort required to maintain them beyond initial infatuation. With these mounting pressures, Danny and Debbie must decide whether their connection is strong enough to endure or if they are fundamentally mismatched. Their journey is an exploration of love, partnership, and the realities of trying to make it work in a demanding world.