In a small coastal town, a humble fisherman named McTeague discovers a huge stash of gold that will change his life forever. Driven by greed, he becomes obsessed with wealth and sets aside his old friendships and values. His life takes an unexpected turn when he decides to use his fortune to open an elegant restaurant, where he becomes a symbol of success and opulence. However, greed gradually undermines his integrity and begins to isolate him from the world around him.