Using two accomplices, Ray, an ex-convict and widower, plans a coin theft to raise funds to purchase a bakery. He does not, however, anticipate his son Timmy, who was previously residing with Ray's sister, to turn up at the house in the midst of the preparations for the party. After being ignored, Ray and his cohorts successfully complete the heist. Timmy attracts the attention of his father by taking and concealing the coins. He must be taken to a variety of various locations by his father, who must treat him as though he is enjoying his company in order to regain custody of his children. However, Timmy will not stay with his father unless he gives up the coins, which he refuses to do.