Steam tells the stories of three very different women, whose lives are linked only by the steam room at the local gym. Celebrated actor Ruby Dee (American Gangster) plays Doris, a lonely widower. Unexpectedly, Doris finds a new love when she meets the outgoing August. But her new happiness is immediately threatened by August's family, who suspect her of being a golddigger. Ally Sheedy (The Breakfast Club) plays Laurie, a "soccer mom" in a bitter divorce and custody battle. Laurie's life is revived when she gets involved with a much younger man. Chelsea Handler (The Chelsea Handler Show) plays Jacky, Laurie's best girlfriend, who comically encourages Laurie every step of the way. And Kate Siegel (The O.C.) plays Elizabeth, a college co-ed who is still dominated by her strict parents, who live nearby. In class, Elizabeth meets and falls for the fiery Niala (Reshma Shetty of USA's Royal Pains), bringing to a head her conflict with her family.