Bill Parrish enjoys a life filled with success, riches, and influence. However, just before turning 65, he encounters an enigmatic figure named Joe Black, who discloses that he is, in fact, Death. In a twist of fate, Bill agrees to help Joe navigate the human experience in exchange for a little more time on Earth. Trouble arises when Joe unexpectedly develops feelings for Bill's stunning daughter, Susan, leading to complications that challenge Bill's decision and his family's future.