I’ll Do Anything

On the night Matt Hobbs fails to win an Emmy, he proposes to his longtime girlfriend Beth. The moment reveals his fear that his career obsession could wreck their future, while Beth praises his passion and loyalty. The scene sets up the central tension between love and professional ambition.

Seven years pass with Matt unemployed and a baby crying at home. Beth's resentment grows as their relationship frays, foreshadowing the distance that will separate them. The couple's struggle demonstrates how talent without stability complicates family life.

By 1993, Matt and Beth have been divorced for several years and live on opposite coasts. Matt tries to salvage some sense of family by caring for his daughter Jeannie. The separation marks a new reality where parenting replaces shared plans.

Matt auditions for Burke Adler's new project but does not land the role. He begins chauffeuring Adler, demonstrating his willingness to take whatever work keeps him close to the industry. The depth of his financial and professional struggle becomes evident.

Matt flies to Georgia to pick up his daughter, expecting a brief visit. He learns Beth is facing a prison term and that Jeannie will live with him during her sentence. The trip abruptly reshapes his responsibilities and daily life.

Returning to Hollywood with Jeannie, Matt confronts the realities of being a single parent. He must stabilize their life while his acting career remains uncertain. The new family dynamic forces him to adapt quickly.

During a screen test, Matt leaves Jeannie with a friend and is stunned to learn she has been cast in a sitcom. Her sudden success contrasts sharply with Matt's stalled career. The dynamic shifts as his daughter becomes the rising star at home.

Jeannie’s acting career begins to take off, and Matt continues to chase opportunities while handling single parenthood. He experiences pride and insecurity in equal measure as he supports her growth. The situation redefines what success means to him.

Matt becomes involved with Cathy Breslow, a script reader who works for Adler. The relationship provides emotional support and a new professional perspective as he navigates his career. It also complicates his loyalties to Adler and his own ambitions.

Matt begins to realize his daughter's happiness and well-being matter more than career success. He confronts his shortcomings as an actor and a father and seeks a healthier balance. The shift marks the start of a more purposeful life.

Matt navigates his complicated professional relationship with Burke Adler while keeping Jeannie’s interests at heart. The dynamic reflects how personal and work spheres collide in his life. He learns to stand by his values amid pressure.

As Matt grows closer to Jeannie, he finds a renewed sense of purpose through their relationship. His acting career remains uncertain, but the personal growth provides new direction and hope. The family unit becomes the central compass of his life.