The Pacifier

Lieutenant Shane Wolfe leads a mission to extract Howard Plummer, who is involved in a secret government project. The extraction from an enemy vessel goes awry, resulting in gunfire during their escape, which tragically leads to Plummer's death.

After the chaotic escape, Shane Wolfe finds himself recuperating in the hospital for two months. This period reflects on his guilt and the weight of his mission's failure while he recovers from his injuries.

Upon recovery, Wolfe is assigned a new mission by Captain Bill Fawcett: to look after Plummer's widow, Julie, and their five children at their home in Bethesda, Maryland. This contentious new role quickly proves to be challenging with the rambunctious children.

Wolfe struggles as he tries to manage the household, facing the defiance of Zoe and Seth, while Lulu shows a surprising attachment to him. The addition of nanny Helga adds a comedic layer to the household chaos.

While out with Lulu, Shane discovers her selling cookies with her friends, the Fireflies, at Costco. A rivalry with a group of rowdy boy scouts leads to an unexpected disaster, showcasing Wolfe's escalating struggle to maintain order.

Upon returning home, Wolfe is met with a surprise house party thrown by Zoe and her boyfriend. He enforces a cleaning session amid the chaos, leading to a confrontation between him and Zoe over their grief and responsibilities.

The night takes an unexpected turn when a pair of masked ninjas attack the house, resulting in chaos and panic. Wolfe swiftly overcomes the attackers, earning the children’s respect and forming an unexpected bond with them.

After receiving worrying news from Vice Principal Duane Murney about Seth's behavior, Wolfe investigates the issue. He discovers Seth's struggles with fitting in and his secret passion for theater, which leads to a heartfelt conversation.

When the original director of a local theater production drops out, Wolfe steps in to help with 'The Sound of Music.' Balancing the demands of the play with household management, he plays a crucial role in supporting Seth and Lulu's interests.

After encouraging Seth to leave the wrestling team for his true passion in theater, Wolfe ends up in a humorous confrontation with Murney. This competition ends with Wolfe victorious, solidifying his role as a mentor to the children.

Wolfe’s leadership skills pay off as the Firefly Scouts confront their bully rivals once more. This time, driven by newfound confidence, they manage to turn the tables and successfully defend themselves against the bullies.

Julie uncovers a hidden code that leads to discovering more about the classified project. The children rally together to prepare for her return while excitement kicks in about what lies ahead.

In a shocking twist, Fawcett betrays Wolfe, knocking him out and restraining the children. This betrayal reveals deeper conspiracies surrounding the GHOST project and puts the children's safety at risk.

In a fantastic display of teamwork, the children manage to free themselves and seek help. Wolfe assists Julie in accessing the vault, demonstrating quick thinking and creativity in overcoming the obstacles.

Wolfe faces off against the Chuns, ultimately overcoming them in a thrilling showdown. With the culprits captured and the mission accomplished, a new chapter in his life begins as he finds romance and belonging with Julie.