Unverschämtes Glück

The film follows Mayor Johannes Größt, who is under pressure to improve his poll ratings. He is overworked and neglects his wife, Erika. A turning point occurs when he becomes seriously injured in a car accident, leaving his party to continue the campaign without him.

As Größt recuperates in the hospital, his colleagues push forward with the election, determined to keep him as the leading candidate. Meanwhile, Erika hopes her husband will reconsider his priorities and focus on their marriage instead of his political ambitions. This conflict between personal and professional life is central to the film's narrative, providing a nuanced look at the challenges of public service.