Larry Burton, a lively and adventurous man, is presumed dead after being taken by a large baboon in the jungle during his honeymoon. Against all odds, he survives and returns home to reclaim his position as head of the household. However, he is unaware that his wife, Sally, has moved on and married Boyd Flatt, a conservative man, and has a 9-year-old daughter.
Larry saves his wife's art gallery.