The phrase "bland story" refers to a story that is lacking excitement, interest, or originality. It is often used to describe a narrative that is dull or unremarkable. Full definition
In subduing Lady Macbeth's influence over her husband's actions it becomes a pretty bland story of one man being corrupted by power. (rowthree.com)
It doesn't matter a jolt that these two fights are attached with a pretty bland story about a vengeful anti-hero on a vendetta, a damsel in distress popping up along the way. (oracleoffilm.com)
For most of the altimeter record, it's been a fairly bland story. (scientificamerican.com)