塔克·麦克斯是个痞子，同时也是就读法学院的新科律师。他总是在最不恰当的时机喝得烂醉，无视社会规范，任性妄为，不在乎胡闹的后果，嘲弄白痴跟装腔作势的人，睡过的女人远超过安全合理的范围，大半时间表现得像个莽撞的猪头。...[

A New Jersey housewife is dissatisfied with her everyday life because she is smarter than she or anyone else knows. While taking a computer class, Julie discovers her abilities and finds the courage to make dramatic life changes. This is a story of realizing one's potential and being willing to turn one's life upside down to take a chance on finding happiness. Claire, Julie's best friend, goes along with Julie's secret quest and eventually moves in with her. Both women are on a search to realize their dreams and come to terms with their love for each other.

Dying doctor Jonathan Lyle's last wish is granted, to be young again and play baseball, but only for five days.