Linda and Michael are a happy couple who have been trying to have a baby for years but have had no luck. When they decide to adopt, they are introduced to Lucy, a teenage girl who is pregnant and unsure about her future. Lucy's mother has abandoned her, and she is living with her father, who is not supportive of her pregnancy.
Linda and Michael immediately connect with Lucy and feel a strong bond with her. They offer to support her through her pregnancy, and Lucy agrees to give up custody of her baby to them. However, as the due date approaches, Lucy begins to have second thoughts about giving up her baby and worries about whether she will be able to cope with the loss.
Meanwhile, Linda and Michael face their own challenges as they prepare to become parents for the first time. They must navigate the complex adoption process and deal with their own fears and doubts about raising a child.
As the birth of the baby draws near, tensions rise between the three adults as they struggle to reconcile their conflicting desires and expectations. In the end, they must all make difficult choices about what is best for themselves and their new family.
Immediate Family is a heartfelt and emotional drama that explores the complexities of adoption, family, and unconditional love. It stars Glenn Close, James Woods, and Mary Stuart Masterson in the lead roles.