13-year-old Karl and Thomas have been childhood friends but are now drifting apart. Thomas likes Katzy and Katzy likes Karl. The boys have stolen 30,000 kroner because Thomas wants to impress Katzy with an unforgettable party.

Karla's Game is a comedy family film that deals with problems of a very modern family. The story is seen through the eyes of the 10-year-old Karla, who struggles to keep her family together at Christmas. This is however not easy when your parents are divorced and you have a new step dad, irritating brother as well as a father who doesn't always keep his promises.