In this peculiar dramedy, we follow the lives of the eccentric members of a New York family who, despite their genius and talent, never manage to find the path to success in their personal lives. The story revolves around Royal Tenenbaum, an absent father who unexpectedly decides to return to the lives of his three children, who are now adults and have experienced a series of failures.
Chas, the youngest son, is a financial prodigy who has turned his life into a constant pursuit of security following the tragic death of his wife. Margot, the adopted daughter, is a playwright with a secret in her love life and a persistent sense of dissatisfaction. Lastly, Richie, the tennis prodigy, struggles with his unrequited love for Margot and his own emotional decline.
With Royal's return, the family begins to reevaluate their relationships and confront past traumas. As old resentments resurface and new bonds form, the Tenenbaums discover that, despite their flaws and differences, there is always room for redemption and understanding. With a unique visual style and the characteristic humor of Wes Anderson, it presents a endearing and bittersweet portrait of family, failure, and the search for belonging in a world that often feels foreign.