In the town of Crosby, Maine, Olive Kitteridge—a retired schoolteacher—is a figure of imposing presence and staunch opinions. Yet, Olive's perspective on life is not absolute; she is often blind to the transformations within those closest to her—a musician haunted by past love, a former student trapped in despair, her own child burdened by her intense nature, and her husband Henry, who navigates his deep loyalty to Olive with bittersweet complexity. As Olive encounters various townsfolk grappling with their own personal crises, she must confront her own abrasive nature and deep-seated vulnerabilities. 'Olive Kitteridge' presents a mosaic of a community, weaving together thirteen narrative threads unified by Olive's larger-than-life influence, each chapter delving into profound explorations of the human spirit, its frailties, and the fortitude required to endure the challenges of life.