The movie begins with Judd Altman (Jason Bateman) discovering his wife, Quinn (Abigail Spencer), cheating on him with his boss Wade Beaufort (Dax Shepard). Simultaneously, Judd’s father, Mort Altman (Jane Fonda), passes away.
Judd returns to his childhood home, where he reunites with his three siblings: Wendy (Tina Fey), Paul (Corey Stoll), and Phillip (Adam Driver). The Altman family is dysfunctional, to say the least, and they have their share of unresolved issues.
As the Altman siblings gather to sit Shiva, a Jewish mourning tradition, tensions rise, and old wounds resurface. Judd reconnects with Penny Moore (Rose Byrne), an old flame from his hometown. Wendy, dealing with her own marital problems, reflects on her past relationship with Horry Callen (Timothy Olyphant), who suffered a brain injury in a car accident.
Phillip struggles with his irresponsibility and immaturity, leading to conflicts with his older siblings. Meanwhile, Paul and his wife Annie (Kathryn Hahn) are facing fertility issues.
Throughout the week, the Altman family confronts their individual challenges, confronts past mistakes, and attempts to find closure. Judd’s discovery of Quinn’s pregnancy complicates his feelings for Penny. Wendy rekindles her romance with Horry, who has trouble adjusting to his changed life. Phillip starts to mature and take responsibility.
As the seven days come to an end, the Altman family realizes that despite their differences and dysfunctions, they are bound by love and shared experiences. The film concludes with the family moving forward, acknowledging that life is messy but worth embracing.
“This Is Where I Leave You” received mixed reviews, with praise for the cast’s performances and criticism for the film’s tonal shifts. It explores themes of family dynamics, loss, and the complexities of relationships with humor and heart.