Dr. R.J. Stevens, a successful talk-show host, leaves his polished TV life behind for a visit to his family in the Deep South. Back in his hometown, he reconnects with his brother Otis, his sister Betty, his cousin and longtime rival Clyde, and his childhood love interest Lucinda Allen. Surrounded by relatives who know exactly who he used to be, R.J. quickly learns that going home is anything but a relaxing vacation.