Harry Morgan, a former naval officer, operates a boat charter in Newport Beach, California, with his friend Wesley Park. He's struggling to make ends meet and is behind on payments for his boat, the Sea Queen. Despite his loving relationship with his wife Lucy and their two daughters, the boat is a sore point in their marriage. After getting stranded in Mexico, Harry is offered a deal by a shyster lawyer to carry illegal cargo back to the US, which could solve his financial problems. However, this decision sets off a chain of events that threaten his livelihood, marriage, and life.
The Breaking Point
A respected captain of a charter boat is forced to compromise his values and engage in illicit dealings to maintain financial stability and keep his boat.