17 Again

In 1989, 17-year-old Mike O'Donnell learns from his girlfriend Scarlet that she is pregnant just before a critical basketball championship game. In a moment of impulsive passion, he abandons the game, sacrificing his dreams of a professional basketball career to support Scarlet.

Fast forward to 2009, Mike is now 37 and grapples with the consequences of his past decisions. Scarlet has separated from him, emphasizing that his failures stem from not attending college, leaving Mike feeling trapped and dissatisfied with his life.

After his separation, Mike moves in with his wealthy best friend Ned Gold, who has found success with his software ventures. Mike's struggles highlight the stark contrast between his unfulfilled life and Ned's accomplishments.

Feeling marginalized at his job in a pharmaceutical company, Mike clashed with his boss after a Bluetooth earpiece incident, leading to his dismissal. This event further isolates him from both his workplace and his teenage children.

While revisiting his high school, Mike meets a mysterious janitor who magically transforms him back into his 17-year-old self. This unexpected change reignites hope in Mike to relive his youth and amend his past mistakes.

Embracing his second chance, Mike enrolls in high school again under the alias Mark Gold. His ambition is now to secure a basketball scholarship, motivating him to reconnect with his own past and that of his children.

Determined to mend his relationship with his kids, Mike discovers that his son, Alex, is being bullied, while his daughter Maggie is in a relationship with a problematic boyfriend named Stan. He takes it upon himself to support his son's interests and enhance their bond.

In an effort to protect Maggie, Mike confronts Stan after realizing he isn't treating her well. This confrontation showcases Mike's protective instincts as a father, and the complexities of his dual life as both a teenager and a parent.

Reconnecting with Scarlet, Mike finds her familiar yet changed. Their relationship reignites as Scarlet begins to view him as the high school sweetheart she once loved, complicating Mike's efforts to navigate his feelings.

During a party hosted by Ned, tensions rise as Mike has an awkward encounter with Maggie, who misinterprets his teenage advances. When Scarlet arrives, it adds to the chaos, forcing Mike to confront his past and current emotions.

On the brink of finalizing his divorce from Scarlet, Mike makes a desperate move to win her back by reading a fabricated letter. This act leads Scarlet to pause the divorce, reigniting hope that their relationship can be salvaged.

In a pivotal basketball game, Mike decides to reveal his true identity to Scarlet. His revelation triggers a frantic chase, marking a crucial turning point in his quest for redemption and acceptance of his past.

As Mike returns to his adult self, he realizes the importance of family and the bond with his children. The emotional reunion with Scarlet emphasizes the growth he has achieved and the lessons learned from reliving his youth.

Now equipped with newfound wisdom, Mike embraces his role as the new basketball coach at his children's school. Meanwhile, Ned's relationship with the principal Jane flourishes, promising a positive path ahead for both friends.