Joe McBeth, a hard-working but unambitious man, runs a hamburger stand with his wife Pat, who is more intelligent and ambitious. Pat plans to take over the restaurant, convincing Joe to rob the safe and murder their boss Norm Duncan. Despite warnings from stoners and a fortune teller, Joe goes through with the plan. At first, everything seems to go well, but a vegetarian detective becomes suspicious of foul play and Joe must plot to silence him.
Scotland, Pa.
A 1970s suburban Pennsylvania setting brings a fresh twist to the classic tale, as Joe McBeth, a humble hamburger stand worker, is propelled towards success by his cunning and ambitious wife.
