An offbeat, laugh track-lacking sitcom about a bizarrely dysfunctional family. The center of which is Malcolm, the middle of the two brothers who still live at home. His eldest (and favorite) sibling, Francis, boards at military school because his parents believe it will reform him and keep him out of trouble. Malcolm often has a hard time coping with his family life, but he has more troubles to contend with when he starts receiving special treatment at school after being diagnosed as an intellectually advanced genius. He is bullied by his classmates and teachers alike for his exceptional intelligence, leading to him feeling isolated and misunderstood. Despite his struggles, Malcolm remains determined to make the most out of his newfound opportunities. However, his efforts are often met with resistance from those around him, making it difficult for him to find common ground or form meaningful connections. As he navigates this new chapter in his life, Malcolm must learn to balance his love for his family with his need for acceptance and belonging.