The film centers on Fletch as he embarks on a complex investigation shrouded in mystery. Initially, Fletch is focused on uncovering the truth behind a major drug trafficking operation. However, his investigation takes an unexpected turn when he receives an unusual request from a wealthy businessman. The man approaches Fletch with a peculiar proposition: he wants assistance in orchestrating his own suicide. Despite the bizarre nature of the request, the businessman offers a substantial financial reward to ensure Fletch's cooperation. As the story unfolds, Fletch must navigate this morally ambiguous task while balancing his ongoing pursuit of justice in the drug case.