The man, named Ethan, is a down-on-his-luck salesman who has lost everything, including his wife and children. He has no hope for the future and feels that suicide is his only way out. The old woman, named Lynn, is a widower who has been living alone for years and is tired of the loneliness. Her children have moved away, and she feels that her life has lost its purpose.
As they both contemplate ending their lives, they end up crossing paths with several strangers, who provide them with a renewed sense of hope. They encounter a group of carolers, a runaway teenager, and a kind-hearted priest who all encourage them to keep going and find meaning in their lives.
Throughout the night, Ethan and Lynn grow closer and realize that they are not alone in their struggles. With the help of their newfound friends, they face their demons and discover the joys of life that they had previously overlooked.
As morning comes, Ethan and Lynn part ways with a newfound appreciation for life and hope for the future. They realize that there is always a reason to keep going, and that there is always someone who cares. Midnight Clear is a heartwarming story of hope and redemption that reminds us that even in the darkest of times, there is always a light at the end of the tunnel.