Screenplay data
Struggling lawyer Mike Flaherty becomes the guardian of his elderly client Leo Poplar, who has early dementia, hoping to solve his own financial problems, but his plan is complicated when Leo's estranged grandson, Kyle, arrives. Mike and his wife Jackie reluctantly take Kyle in, discovering his wrestling talent revitalizes Mike's high school team, and Kyle forms a bond with Leo, until Kyle's manipulative mother, Cindy, reappears to gain custody of Leo and his assets. After Mike reveals Leo disinherited Cindy, Kyle learns of Mike's initial deception, feels betrayed, and runs away with Leo, prompting Mike, Jackie, and assistant coach Terry to search for them. Following a physical altercation and reconciliation, Mike negotiates a new arrangement where Cindy receives a portion of Leo's trust, allowing Kyle to remain with Mike and Jackie, bringing stability and renewed purpose to Mike's life.
Save the Cat beat sheet
Mike Flaherty’s routine life as a family man and lawyer is disrupted when he takes on guardianship of elderly Leo Poplar, leading to unexpected challenges and new responsibilities.
Open full beat sheetMike Flaherty is listed as Protagonist / Lawyer / Wrestling Coach. Forty-two years old, struggling with his law practice and finances. In the parsed data, Mike Flaherty is connected to 103 scenes, 328 dialogue lines, 331 text mentions, first appearing around scene 5.
103 scenes / 328 dialogue linesKyle Timmons is listed as Leo's Grandson / Wrestler. Sixteen years old, troubled past, talented wrestler. In the parsed data, Kyle Timmons is connected to 59 scenes, 94 dialogue lines, 96 text mentions, first appearing around scene 33.
59 scenes / 94 dialogue linesTerry Delfino is listed as Mike's Friend. Same age as Mike, going through a divorce. In the parsed data, Terry Delfino is connected to 33 scenes, 111 dialogue lines, 111 text mentions, first appearing around scene 18.
33 scenes / 111 dialogue linesJackie Flaherty is listed as Mike's Wife. Thirty-seven years old, supportive but stressed. In the parsed data, Jackie Flaherty is connected to 33 scenes, 103 dialogue lines, 104 text mentions, first appearing around scene 3.
33 scenes / 103 dialogue linesStephen Vigman is listed as Mike's Business Partner / Wrestling Coach. Fifty years old, CPA. In the parsed data, Stephen Vigman is connected to 18 scenes, 39 dialogue lines, 39 text mentions, first appearing around scene 9.
18 scenes / 39 dialogue linesLeo Poplar is listed as Client / Elderly Man. Eighty-two years old, suffering from early dementia. In the parsed data, Leo Poplar is connected to 18 scenes, 26 dialogue lines, 27 text mentions, first appearing around scene 11.
18 scenes / 26 dialogue linesCindy Timmons is listed as Kyle's Mother. Recovering from drug addiction. In the parsed data, Cindy Timmons is connected to 12 scenes, 43 dialogue lines, 43 text mentions, first appearing around scene 83.
12 scenes / 43 dialogue linesAbby Flaherty is listed as Mike and Jackie's Daughter. Six years old. In the parsed data, Abby Flaherty is connected to 12 scenes, 21 dialogue lines, 21 text mentions, first appearing around scene 2.
12 scenes / 21 dialogue linesStemler is listed as Wrestler. Member of the wrestling team. In the parsed data, Stemler is connected to 9 scenes, 8 dialogue lines, 9 text mentions, first appearing around scene 51.
9 scenes / 8 dialogue linesStella Flaherty is listed as Mike and Jackie's Daughter. Two years old. In the parsed data, Stella Flaherty is connected to 8 scenes, first appearing around scene 4.
8 scenes / 0 dialogue linesShelly is listed as Receptionist. Mid-20s, works at Mike's office. In the parsed data, Shelly is connected to 6 scenes, 27 dialogue lines, 29 text mentions, first appearing around scene 10.
6 scenes / 27 dialogue linesJudge Lee is listed as Judge. Presiding judge over Leo's case. In the parsed data, Judge Lee is connected to 2 scenes, 11 dialogue lines, 13 text mentions, first appearing around scene 23.
2 scenes / 11 dialogue linesStu Thatcher is listed as Attorney for the Office of Public Guardian. Adversarial attorney. In the parsed data, Stu Thatcher is connected to 2 scenes, 9 dialogue lines, 9 text mentions, first appearing around scene 23.
2 scenes / 9 dialogue linesGina Flaherty is listed as Mike's Mother. Concerned mother. In the parsed data, Gina Flaherty is connected to 2 scenes, 6 dialogue lines, 6 text mentions, first appearing around scene 37.
2 scenes / 6 dialogue linesJolie is listed as Home Health Aid. Forty-five years old, African American. In the parsed data, Jolie is connected to 1 scene, 3 text mentions, first appearing around scene 15.
1 scenes / 0 dialogue linesMike Flaherty is jogging in the woods and gets passed by two other joggers.
Mike FlahertyAbby finds a broken stained glass angel.
Abby FlahertyAbby talks to Jackie about playing croquet and asks about Mike.
Jackie Flaherty, Abby FlahertyMike comforts Stella in her crib.
Mike Flaherty, Stella FlahertyThe family has breakfast; Mike leaves for work.
Mike Flaherty, Jackie Flaherty, Abby Flaherty, Stella FlahertyMike and Jackie share a moment before he leaves.
Mike Flaherty, Jackie FlahertyMike stops for coffee and interacts with a group of men.
Mike FlahertyMike arrives at his office.
Mike FlahertyMike and Vigman discuss the broken boiler.
Mike Flaherty, Stephen VigmanMike talks to Shelly about his schedule.
Mike Flaherty, ShellyMike meets with a client named Frank.
Mike FlahertyMike makes a phone call.
Mike FlahertyMike eats lunch and watches Vigman.
Mike Flaherty, Stephen VigmanMike fixes the toilet.
Mike FlahertyMike meets with Leo Poplar and Jolie.
Mike Flaherty, Leo Poplar, JolieShelly and Mike discuss Leo's file.
Mike Flaherty, ShellyMike and Vigman coach wrestling practice.
Mike Flaherty, Stephen VigmanMike and Terry go for a run.
Mike Flaherty, Terry DelfinoMike and Terry discuss Mike's stress.
Mike Flaherty, Terry DelfinoMike makes a phone call and decides to pursue Leo's guardianship.
Mike FlahertyMike and Leo arrive at the courthouse.
Mike Flaherty, Leo PoplarMike and Leo go through security.
Mike Flaherty, Leo PoplarMike petitions to be Leo's guardian.
Mike Flaherty, Leo Poplar, Judge Lee, Stu ThatcherMike argues for Leo to live at home, but Thatcher insists on an elder care facility. Mike agrees to the facility, and Leo is confused about the outcome.
Mike Flaherty, Leo Poplar, Judge Lee, Stu ThatcherMike packs items from Leo's house into his car.
Mike FlahertyMike tells Leo he is moving to a new place, which upsets Leo.
Mike Flaherty, Leo PoplarMike and Leo arrive at the facility.
Mike Flaherty, Leo PoplarMike settles Leo into his new room.
Mike Flaherty, Leo PoplarMike buys cigarettes and throws the pack away, smoking alone.
Mike FlahertyMike and his family attend church.
Mike Flaherty, Abby FlahertyJackie confronts Mike about his new guardianship of Leo.
Mike Flaherty, Jackie Flaherty, Abby Flaherty, Stella FlahertyMike and Jackie arrive at Leo's house and find Kyle.
Mike Flaherty, Jackie Flaherty, Kyle TimmonsMike talks to Kyle, who reveals he is Leo's grandson.
Mike Flaherty, Kyle TimmonsMike drives Kyle to the facility to meet Leo.
Mike Flaherty, Jackie Flaherty, Abby Flaherty, Stella Flaherty, Kyle TimmonsMike introduces Kyle to Leo.
Mike Flaherty, Leo Poplar, Kyle TimmonsLeo does not recognize Kyle.
Mike Flaherty, Leo Poplar, Kyle TimmonsMike and Jackie discuss Kyle with Gina.
Mike Flaherty, Jackie Flaherty, Abby Flaherty, Gina FlahertyMike talks to Kyle after the visit.
Mike Flaherty, Kyle TimmonsJackie checks on Kyle in the basement.
Jackie Flaherty, Kyle TimmonsJackie locks the basement door.
Mike Flaherty, Jackie FlahertyMike and Kyle visit Leo for breakfast.
Mike Flaherty, Leo Poplar, Kyle TimmonsMike says goodbye to Kyle.
Mike Flaherty, Kyle TimmonsMike receives a call from the police about Kyle.
Mike Flaherty, Jackie FlahertyMike picks up Kyle from the police station.
Mike Flaherty, Kyle TimmonsMike drives Kyle home.
Mike Flaherty, Kyle TimmonsJackie questions Kyle about his home life.
Mike Flaherty, Jackie Flaherty, Kyle TimmonsKyle sits outside smoking.
Kyle TimmonsMike and Jackie discuss whether to keep Kyle.
Mike Flaherty, Jackie FlahertyTerry talks to Mike on the phone while watching a house.
Mike Flaherty, Terry DelfinoShelly tells Mike she found Kyle's mother.
Mike Flaherty, ShellyMike and Vigman coach the wrestling team.
Mike Flaherty, Stephen Vigman, StemlerMike brings Kyle to the wrestling gym to practice with the team.
Mike Flaherty, Stephen Vigman, Kyle Timmons, StemlerMike asks Kyle about his wrestling background.
Mike Flaherty, Kyle TimmonsMike discovers Kyle's wrestling record online.
Mike FlahertyMike and Terry discuss Kyle's impressive wrestling history.
Mike Flaherty, Terry DelfinoJackie gives Kyle lunch money before he leaves with Mike.
Mike Flaherty, Jackie Flaherty, Kyle TimmonsMike and Kyle arrive at the school office.
Mike Flaherty, Kyle TimmonsMike receives a personal check from Leo Poplar's trust.
Mike Flaherty, ShellyMike calls Jackie to handle a health insurance check.
Mike FlahertyTerry visits the school to see Kyle.
Mike Flaherty, Stephen Vigman, Terry Delfino, Kyle TimmonsKyle wrestles off against Jimmy Reed.
Mike Flaherty, Stephen Vigman, Terry Delfino, Kyle TimmonsThe group eats pizza; Terry jokes about his past.
Mike Flaherty, Jackie Flaherty, Abby Flaherty, Terry Delfino, Kyle TimmonsTerry convinces Mike to let him be an assistant coach.
Mike Flaherty, Terry DelfinoJackie answers a call from Kyle's mother.
Jackie Flaherty, Kyle TimmonsKyle goes for an early morning run.
Mike Flaherty, Jackie Flaherty, Kyle TimmonsKyle prepares for his match.
Stephen Vigman, Terry Delfino, Kyle TimmonsKyle competes in his first match.
Mike Flaherty, Stephen Vigman, Terry Delfino, Kyle TimmonsMike, Kyle, and Abby watch TV; Jackie leaves for the market and Kyle joins her.
Mike Flaherty, Abby Flaherty, Kyle Timmons, Jackie FlahertyJackie and Kyle shop and discuss Leo and Kyle's future.
Jackie Flaherty, Kyle TimmonsMike instructs the team on Kyle's move.
Mike Flaherty, Stephen Vigman, Terry Delfino, Kyle TimmonsKyle visits Leo.
Kyle Timmons, Leo PoplarMike and Kyle return home; Kyle asks about Leo's situation.
Mike Flaherty, Kyle TimmonsMike and Jackie discuss Kyle's mother.
Mike Flaherty, Jackie FlahertyThe team travels to a match.
Kyle Timmons, Stemler, Stephen Vigman, Terry DelfinoKyle wins his match against Kenny Randall.
Mike Flaherty, Kyle Timmons, Jackie Flaherty, Abby Flaherty, Stella Flaherty, Stephen VigmanJackie and Kyle bond over tattoos.
Jackie Flaherty, Kyle Timmons, Stella FlahertyCoaches discuss strategy; Stemler asks to wrestle.
Mike Flaherty, Stephen Vigman, Terry Delfino, Kyle Timmons, StemlerWeight classes are drawn.
Mike Flaherty, Stephen Vigman, Terry Delfino, StemlerStemler wrestles his match.
Mike Flaherty, Stephen Vigman, Terry Delfino, Stemler, Kyle TimmonsMike and Kyle talk.
Mike Flaherty, Kyle TimmonsLook, Mike, I'm serious here. I need some distraction in my life right now. All I do is sit in my condo and think about Lori and that guy having sex in the jacuzzi I paid for. It's fucking unhealthy. I've been really kind of going crazy. Really.
Well, it's not a move or anything, I just tell myself that the guy on top is going to take my head and shove it under water and kill me. And if I don't want to die on the bottom, I just gotta do what ever the fuck it takes to get out.
OK, then as, Mr. Poplar has been deemed incapacitated by this court, I'm appointing the Office of Public Guardian to serve as the guardian for his person and property. Do you have the order for me to sign, Mr. Thatcher?
Yeah. I'm just waiting for the green light from Coach. But I'm glad I'm not wrestling today. These guys are ranked fourth in the state. And you're wrestling Kenny Randall. He's undefeated. He is tough! Really tough.
Alright, I'll tell you what. You want the commission? You can have it. And you don't even have to take Leo. I'll take care of him for free and I'll send you the check every month. On one condition.
Counsel knows we can't do that, your Honor. We're spread too thin for that kind of individual attention. But they have an excellent elder care facility in Mr. Poplar's town. We'll put him there.
Yeah. It is and it could be really good for him. It might even mean a scholarship. Anyway, I was wondering if you could stay here for another three weeks until that's all over.
Hey honey. I'm good. Could you do me a favor and drop that health insurance check in the mail? I just forgot to mail it. Yeah, it's on my desk. Thanks. I'll call you later.
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