Set in 1990, a lonely bachelor named David searches for an escape from the day-to-day drudgery of caring for his aging mother.  While seeking a partner through a video dating service, he discovers a strange VHS tape called Rent-A-Pal. Hosted by the charming and charismatic Andy, the tape offers him much-needed company, compassion, and friendship. But Andy's friendship comes at a cost, and David desperately struggles to afford the price of admission.