"A Nearly Normal Family" revolves around the seemingly ideal Sandell family – Adam, Ulrika, and their teenage daughter, Stella. With both parents having successful careers in the legal field and Stella excelling in school, they lead what appears to be a picture-perfect, middle-class life in a suburban neighborhood.
However, everything changes when the entire family is thrust into turmoil after a shocking murder takes place. Stella is accused of murdering a young man named Chris Olsen, and the evidence against her begins to pile up.
Adam, a pastor, is convinced of his daughter's innocence and is determined to protect her at any cost. Ulrika, a criminal defense lawyer, is torn between her duty as a mother and her professional duty to seek the truth. As their seemingly unbreakable bond becomes frayed, the family is forced to confront their own secrets and lies.
The narrative unfolds from three different perspectives – Adam, Ulrika, and Stella – providing a deep dive into their individual journeys and shedding light on the depths of their desperation. Each family member has their own secrets and motivations, forcing them to make harrowing choices to safeguard their loved ones.
As the trial progresses, cracks in the family's unity begin to emerge, and an underlying web of deceit and betrayal is revealed. Stella's innocence becomes increasingly uncertain as her version of events is called into question, leading to doubts even within her own family.
Throughout the series, the plot navigates the boundaries of morality, loyalty, and the lengths people are willing to go to protect those they love. As the truth slowly unravels, it becomes clear that this seemingly perfect family is far from normal, and their desperate moves to protect each other may come at a great cost.
