The New Guy

The film opens with Dizzy Gillespie Harrison, an awkward high school senior in Austin, Texas, providing candid commentary from behind bars. Surrounded by his close-knit group of friends—Nora, Kirk, and Glen—it's clear he feels a strong connection with them despite the chaos that lies ahead.

Dizzy and his friends band together to form a funk rock band called 'Suburban Funk,' showcasing their passion for music and video games. This collective serves as a backdrop to their everyday high school struggles and aspirations.

A series of bizarre events culminates in an unfortunate encounter with the school librarian that leaves Dizzy with a penile fracture. This shocking incident sets off a chain reaction in his life that leads him down an unexpected path.

Following the incident, Dizzy finds himself spending time in juvenile detention, where he encounters an inmate named Luther. Luther's influence sparks a journey of self-discovery for Dizzy, helping him reflect on his life's direction.

Upon his release, Dizzy resolves to reinvent himself by getting expelled from Rocky Creek High School. After several attempts, he finally achieves this goal, granting him the chance for a fresh start at East Highland High.

At East Highland High, Dizzy quickly catches the attention of the head cheerleader, Danielle. Her warm welcome marks the beginning of a new chapter in Dizzy's life, filled with newfound opportunities and challenges.

Dizzy's attempt to gain popularity leads to a misinterpreted invitation to a party thrown by Courtney, which nearly jeopardizes his new standing at school. With his friends’ support and quick thinking, he manages to navigate through this social mishap.

After returning home, Dizzy discovers that his father has sold their house to keep watch over him, prompting their move to a trailer. This sudden change in living situation adds to the pressures Dizzy faces as he tries to fit into his new environment.

With encouragement from Danielle, Dizzy rallies support for the struggling school football team. His passionate speech, filled with historical references, inspires the team to achieve their first victory in years, solidifying his place within the school.

Dizzy's growing popularity leads him to be involved in planning the school's homecoming dance, drastically shifting his reputation from a 'bad boy' to a respected student. As he climbs the social ladder, challenges arise in his friendships.

Amid his rising fame, Dizzy becomes embroiled in a love triangle involving Danielle and Conner. This emotional turmoil tests his friendships and complicates his quest for acceptance and personal identity.

The football team faces Rocky Creek High in the state championship, where Dizzy's antics inadvertently contribute to his former school's defeat. This moment serves to highlight the complexities of loyalty and belonging in his dual identity.

Upon returning to school, a celebratory atmosphere is interrupted when Barclay confronts Dizzy for revenge. However, the student body comes together in defense of Dizzy, showcasing the newfound unity at East Highland High.

The homecoming dance, originally a celebration for Dizzy's band, gets disrupted by Rocky Creek students seeking revenge. This leads to Barclay and Conner revealing the embarrassing video of the librarian incident, escalating the tension.

As chaos unfolds, Luther arrives with his friends from the correctional facility to restore order. The film concludes with a hopeful embrace of unity as characters reconcile their pasts and a poignant moment between Dizzy and Danielle signals new beginnings.