The film centers around four couples: Dave (played by Vince Vaughn) and Ronnie (played by Malin Åkerman), Jason (played by Jason Bateman) and Cynthia (played by Kristen Bell), Joey (played by Jon Favreau) and Lucy (played by Kristin Davis), and Shane (played by Faizon Love) and Trudy (played by Kali Hawk).
Dave and Ronnie are facing marital problems after Dave’s infidelity, while Jason and Cynthia are struggling with fertility issues. Joey and Lucy have a high-stress relationship due to Joey’s obsession with video games, and Shane and Trudy have an unconventional relationship due to their age difference.
The four couples decide to attend a luxurious couples’ retreat on a tropical island resort called Eden East, where they hope to work on their relationships. However, they soon discover that the retreat’s strict regimen includes mandatory couples therapy sessions, much to their dismay.
As the couples participate in various therapy activities, they each face their own challenges and revelations. Dave and Ronnie confront the issues in their marriage, Jason and Cynthia struggle with their fertility treatments, Joey and Lucy clash over their differing priorities, and Shane and Trudy navigate their age gap.
Amidst the therapy sessions, the couples also enjoy the resort’s amenities and activities, including yoga, snorkeling, and zip-lining. They form bonds with other couples at the retreat, including the resort’s owners, Marcel (played by Jean Reno) and Sctanley (played by Peter Serafinowicz).
In the climax of the film, tensions reach a boiling point as each couple faces their own breaking points. Dave and Ronnie must decide whether to stay together or separate, Jason and Cynthia confront the realities of their fertility issues, Joey and Lucy address their communication problems, and Shane and Trudy reconsider their relationship.
Ultimately, the couples realize the importance of communication, compromise, and forgiveness in maintaining healthy relationships. They come together to support each other and reaffirm their commitment to love and partnership.
“Couples Retreat” is a light-hearted comedy that explores the ups and downs of relationships with humor and heart. It offers a mix of laughs, romance, and life lessons as the characters navigate the complexities of love and marriage in a tropical paradise.