We’re at the point in the year where we have blockbusters each week in theaters, leaving streaming services to offer some counterprogramming. It makes sense to try to appeal to a different kind of viewer, but it also requires a story that hits.

In the case of Echo Valley, a new film streaming on Apple TV+ the ingredients are all there. The film boasts a strong cast—including Julianne Moore, Sydney Sweeney, Domhnall Gleeson, and Kyle McLachlan. It also has an interesting enough story hook. But all those things fail to coalesce into something compelling and satisfying.

The film centers on Kate (Moore), a horse trainer whose business is suffering. Her wife recently passed away and her daughter, Claire (Sweeney) is troubled. Claire is addicted to drugs, and that causes her to lean on her mother in unhealthy ways. As Kate is trying to get the money to keep her business and home afloat from her ex-husband (McLachlan), they argue about how to approach things with Claire.

Soon enough, Claire turns up with Kate. At first, it seems like a nice visit. But it’s clear her daughter is in trouble. She owes a lot of money to Jackie (Gleeson), and he’s come to collect. But paying him off is just the beginning of the trouble for Kate.

As Claire spirals, their situation becomes even more untenable. That forces Kate into drastic action as she looks to get herself out from under the situation her daughter has placed them.

This isn’t the first story about a parent desperate to try and save a child who is lost to drugs. But that’s only the hook here. There are some twists that add a bit of pop to the Third Act. That comes courtesy of writer Brad Ingelsby (Mare of Eastown, The Way Back). That gives this a bit of pop late, but it’s not enough to overcome a plot that feels a bit too tired.

I like Moore as a performer, but this isn’t a great role. We don’t get much depth out of the Sweeney character and not enough is built into that relationship to set the stage for what’s to come. Gleeson is fine, but Jackie is a fairly one-note villain. The twist is somewhat fun but not enough to make the film memorable.

Echo Valley is solidly crafted by director Michael Pearce. It’s a decent watch, wasting little time in bouncing through stories as part of a 105-minute run. For those looking for something new to stream at home, this works fine. But it’s not likely to be a film you return to for future viewings.

Echo Valley is now streaming on Apple TV+.

Matthew Fox is a graduate of the Radio, Television and Film program at Biola University, and a giant nerd. He spends his free time watching movies, TV, and obsessing about football. He is a member of the FSWA. You can find him @knighthawk7734 on Twitter and as co-host of the Fantasy Football Roundtable Podcast.