Benjamin has lost his wife. In a bid to start his life over, he purchases a large house that has a zoo. This is welcome news for his daughter, but his son is not happy about it. The zoo is need of renovation and Benjamin sets about the work with the head keeper, Kelly, and the rest of the zoo staff. But, the zoo soon runs into financial trouble. The staff must get the zoo back to its former glory, pass a zoo inspection, and get it back open to the public.
A very pleasing family drama. Good watch supported by decent acting by all the actors. The movie is based on a true story where the struggling jobless father of two kids is forced to buy a fledging zoo alongwith the house. With strict authorities on side breathing down his neck and a team of passionate zoo keepers having never-do die spirit, the father finally achieves success both at the personal and professional front.