Four adults nearing 40, living under the same roof, struggle to keep their relationships and their individual dreams alive.
After Alex, a struggling actor, is evicted from his apartment, his best friend, Brett, a sound designer who's married and has two young kids, tries to convince him to stay in LA. Meanwhile, Brett's wife, Michelle, deals with her directionless big sister, Tina, who's visiting from Houston. Following a group outing at the beach, Michelle and Brett clash while Tina confronts an ex, with Alex's help.
Tina tries to shake Alex out of his funk by enlisting him to help with her business and vowing to help him get the career of his dreams. Brett gets in trouble at work when his creative instincts rub co-workers the wrong way. Tina convinces Michelle to spice things up in the bedroom.
Brett's invite to a movie premiere leads to an impromptu night on the town for everyone. Tina and Alex engage in a personal "mission," Brett looks to mend a work relationship, and Michelle meets David, a divorced dad who wants to start a new charter school. Brett finds a way to cheer up Alex.
Alex and Tina fly back to Houston to pack up her things. During a night of drinks and dancing, Tina finds herself unexpectedly jealous of Alex. Back in LA, Brett whisks Michelle away for some much-needed intimacy.
After an intense therapy session, Michelle organizes a day of fun with old friends, despite Brett's lack of enthusiasm. When a group of hipsters looks to sour their plans, Michelle challenges them to a brutal game of "kick the can."
During a morning hike, Brett meets Linda, a new-age believer who encourages him to get in touch with himself. Tina tries to make up with Alex by getting him an audition; Michelle helps David with the charter school; Brett takes a stand at work and opens up about his feelings
Michelle throws a fundraising party for the charter school while Brett enters a new state of mind at Linda's house. Still at odds with Alex, Tina struggles with her bouncy-castle business; later, a conversation with Larry makes her rethink the future. Brett has a chat with David and an honest conversation with Michelle.
When Alex gets big career news, he seeks out Tina, who is busy planning her future with Larry. On a trip to Sacramento, Michelle steps up to the plate in a big way. After a day at the beach with the kids, Brett decides to share his feelings with Michelle.
On the set of his new movie in New Orleans, Alex gets a surprise birthday visit.
Michelle works on her plan to make the charter school idea a reality. At a welcome home party for Alex, Tina clashes with his new girlfriend, Christy, while everyone else tries to defuse the situation.
Brett and Alex get out of town, while Michelle and Tina juggle the kids, and Christy.
Brett and Alex throw themselves into a new passion project. Michelle bonds with Anna, a new ally in her charter school effort. Alex is disappointed by major changes at work and is confronted by a slighted Christy. Tina gets a crash course in parenting.
Brett struggles with the challenges and unexpected perks of a new side gig. Tina and Larry discuss life goals. Alex initially bristles at an unstable new director, but warms to him and finds they have common ground. Anna proves herself indispensable to Michelle.
Alex recruits an unwanted face from Brett's past to help with their project, and later considers a career choice. Tina becomes more proactive in trying to get what she wants. At a fundraiser for the school, Michelle challenges Anna.
Facing pressure to build the school she envisioned, Michelle turns to Brett and Alex for help. A midnight trip to the beach puts Brett in an awkward situation, while Alex worries about Tina's behavior.
Michelle is inspired by the kids as the foursome makes a last-ditch effort to save her charter school plans.
