Damien, the 15-year-old protagonist of the movie Breaking Them Up, is a self-proclaimed relationship expert. He and his best friend Erin have been setting up classmates in exchange for money. However, Damien is disillusioned with the concept of romantic love because his parents, who constantly bicker and fight, are still together. He is convinced that they are all wrong for each other and decides that they need new partners.
Damien learns from his aunt that his parents had a shotgun wedding, and this information validates his theory that they are not meant to be together. He convinces Erin to help him find new partners for his parents by using their skills as matchmakers. However, their attempts to break up Damien's parents and find them new partners come at a cost.
As Damian and Erin focus on setting up Damien's parents, they do not realize the negative effects their actions are having on their peers. The students they have set up in the past start experiencing relationship problems, and the duo's reputation as matchmakers is at risk. As they continue their quest to break up Damien's parents and find them new partners, they begin to ignore the feelings and desires of those they are setting up.
Breaking Them Up is a coming-of-age comedy-drama that explores the complexities of teenage relationships and the consequences of meddling in the affairs of others. The movie showcases the evolution of Damien's character as he learns valuable lessons about love, friendship, and the importance of considering the feelings of others.