We meet John as he grapples with the onset of a global pandemic and his plans shifting beneath his feet. Forced to make a quick decision on where to live, John through a stroke of good luck finds what he thinks to be his dream house. However, much to his surprise, he quickly learns that the house comes with a string or two attached. In this case, it’s the Missus Downstairs.
John learns a little more than he bargains for about the Missus Downstairs. He quickly finds himself trapped in an awkward and unenviable position. It would appear the Missus has her eye on John. Both of them. Constantly. Unable to move or breathe, John tries his best to break free from her watchful gaze.
John attempts to find a sense of normalcy in his work, as he prepares for a meeting that could change the scope and trajectory of his career. The Missus, on the other hand, has other plans. The frustration bubbles over and John and The Missus butt heads. Overcome with guilt John tries to reconcile his emotions, until he stumbles upon a peace offering he won’t soon forget.
John phones his Mother for some words of encouragement, she offers him an oasis from the madness in his old bedroom at home. However, he decides to stick it out around the bay. Determined, he tries to grow a spine and finally stand up to The Missus once and for all. But the all-knowing Missus, now moonlighting as a part time dog sitter, will not stand for it.
John awakens to a surprise that shocks The Missus in the strangest way possible. Overwhelmed by the stress of life with The Missus in rural Newfoundland, John turns to some old vices. Strangely, these vices seem to bring him and The Missus closer than ever before. In the end, maybe a little too close for his liking.
John discovers that a long lost “friend” from school is related to The Missus. He must now learn to navigate a world with two Missuses. Throughout it all, he proudly learns to put the needs of others in front of his own. And in that moment of pride, life couldn’t be more perfect. But only in that moment.
Just when he thought things couldn’t get any worse, John’s life continues to spiral downward. The Missus Downstairs attempts to cheer him up with her unique brand of charm and humour – which leads to mixed results.
Tired of John’s disposition, The Missus takes things in her own hands and tries to force him to snap back into reality. Her plan works as John finally comes to and immediately hatches a plan that could change his life forever.
John develops a plan for his very own business and presents his big idea to The Missus. She, naturally, remains unimpressed, but wants to support him in her own unique way — much to John’s chagrin.
John is startled from his sleep and winds up frightening The Missus half to death. Meanwhile, the life of an entrepreneur isn’t what John thought it would be, as he begins to have doubts about his new business.
John finds himself back in a rut, and The Missus is determined to pull him out of it. Acting as a matchmaker, The Missus insists that John gets out there and finds himself “a good woman”.
John has pep in his step once again, as he thinks he’s found love. The Missus and Trina are there to lend sage advice as he embarks on his new romantic adventure. However, things take a turn (as they often do) and John finds himself in a sticky situation.
John returns home to an unexpected visitor after some time away; the Missus can't wait to get a whiff of the new houseguest, and pulls out all the stops to make her way in.
After last year's Christmas debacle, John has plans to rest and relax in his very own fortress of solitude, letting all his worries slip away. However, the Missus and her band of furry friends have other ideas.
John is hoping to land a new career at an advertising agency in town. The Missus isn't convinced John is cut out to be a mad man.
John is full of positivity as he goes after his dream job in full force. While the Missus, as per usual, does everything in her power to keep him grounded. But that doesn't deter him from wowing the local ad agency.
After John lands his dream job, insecurity creeps in. The Missus also feels insecure, though for vastly different reasons.
John is concerned and wracked with guilt about both the direction his new job is taking and the health of the Missus; the Missus leaves the basement, which forces John to come to grips with some harsh realities.
Beside himself with guilt, John faces a life without the Missus. While the Missus seems to be adjusting well to her new surroundings.
John hatches a plan to rescue the Missus with Trina and her new lover Spook; the unlikely trio work together to try and save the Missus.