She-Devil

Ruth Patchett lives in the suburbs of New York City with her husband Bob and their two children, Nicolette and Andy. Although she is a loving homemaker, her clumsiness and appearance often overshadow her efforts in the eyes of her family.

Bob takes Ruth to a networking party at the Guggenheim Museum, hoping to impress. During the event, Ruth accidentally spills wine on famous romance novelist Mary Fisher, much to Bob’s embarrassment.

After the party, Bob offers Mary a ride home, which turns into an unexpected overnight stay. The two become intimate, leading Bob to land Mary's account the next day.

Returning home, Bob announces his new business deal with Mary, raising Ruth's suspicions about his fidelity. In a bid to please him, she attempts to improve her appearance and domestic skills.

The family dinner with Bob's parents goes horribly wrong, resulting in burnt food and the shocking discovery of a missing gerbil in a soup. Bob's harsh words spark an explosive argument between him and Ruth.

Following the disastrous dinner, Bob decides to leave Ruth permanently. He cruelly insults her, stating that she is his only liability, which fuels Ruth's anger and desire for revenge.

In a fit of rage, Ruth begins to systematically destroy Bob's assets, starting with their home. She ignites a massive fire, leaving her with nothing but a sense of satisfaction over her first victory.

Adopting the alias Vesta Rose, Ruth moves into a nursing home where she quickly realizes the residents are heavily sedated. Determined to help, she switches their medication, effectively waking them up.

Ruth befriends Mrs. Fisher, Mary's estranged mother, and facilitates her visit to Mary. Ruth's actions lead to chaos at Mary's home as she struggles to manage Ruth's children.

Ruth and her new friend Hooper hatch a plan to sabotage Bob's career by using financial information they gather. They devise strategies to expose Bob’s embezzlement scheme.

Ruth anonymously reports Bob's financial crimes, leading to his arrest during a dinner party thrown by Mary. The chaotic events dramatically shift the power dynamics between the characters.

At Bob's trial, Ruth ensures that he faces a tough judge who does not sympathize with him during the trial. The verdict finds Bob guilty of embezzlement, leading to his imprisonment.

A year later, Ruth visits Bob in prison with the kids, where he asks to cook for her upon his release. Meanwhile, Ruth has rebuilt her life, creating a successful agency for women.

Mary's new book, documenting her tumultuous life, becomes a major success. She seems to bounce back, showcasing her resilience amid ongoing changes in her life.

Ruth walks through her new neighborhood, proudly wearing her agency's pin and surrounded by women she has empowered. With a newfound confidence, she reflects on the sweet revenge she has enacted.