With the beloved wife Donna and their two children Ben and Samantha spending less and less good time, the overworked architect Michael Newman found himself leaning against the wall. Michael can't satisfy his ungrateful and unpleasant boss. He dreams of taking control of his busy life. What better way than to get a magical and unique universal remote control?
Now, after a chance encounter with the weird technician Morty, the tired father can finally not only fully control his TV and high-fidelity system, but also his entire life. However, even if this extraordinary device allows Michael to fast-forward, rewind or freeze the fascinating chapters of his life in an undesirable experience, somehow, taking shortcuts comes at a price. Can Newman learn to appreciate simple moments in life before it is too late?