The Pinch follows the story of a small-time mobster named Sean, who finds himself at the mercy of his boss, who attempts to have him killed. Barely escaping with his life, Sean decides to take matters into his own hands and kidnaps the boss, planning to hold him for ransom and guarantee himself a hefty paycheck.
However, things start to go awry when Sean realizes that the boss's loyal henchmen are hot on his tail, determined to free their leader and take Sean down. Meanwhile, Sean's family - including his estranged wife and their young son - become unwittingly involved in the dangerous situation.
The tension quickly builds as Sean struggles to keep his captive in check, while also dealing with the complex web of relationships and loyalties that surround him. As the deadline for the ransom draws near, Sean must make a series of difficult decisions that will ultimately determine the fate of everyone involved.