In a sardonic twist on collegiate rivalries and societal norms, "American Pledge" delves into the life of Benny, an anxious college freshman determined to transform his social status by pledging to the infamous Sigma Beta Phi fraternity. As Benny navigates the murky waters of frat politics, identity crises, and the pursuit of acceptance, he uncovers a scandalous past that threatens to repeat itself.

Charlotte listens to strangers' fantasies for a living. A priest listens to their guilt. But when this disillusioned phone sex operator confesses to him, what begins as a confession spirals into something that blurs the lines of sinner and savior.