As a writer named Mike struggles to shepherd his semi-autobiographical sitcom into development, his vision is slowly eroded by a domineering network executive named Lenny who favors trashy reality programming. The irony, of course, is that every crass suggestion Lenny makes improves the show's response from test audiences and brings the show a step closer to getting on the air.

Johnathan hasn't been on stage in over 45 years.

A chain reaction of confrontations and romantic encounters occurs when college friends reunite for one's wedding.