A 1920s circus performer uses every means at his disposal to achieve fame and fortune at the expense of others.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Richard BarthelmessPierre Radier aka Paul Rader | Pierre Radier aka Paul Rader |
 Jean MuirJoanna Ryan Croy | Joanna Ryan Croy |
 Marjorie RambeauMme. Azais | Mme. Azais |
 Verree TeasdaleLady Claire Benston | Lady Claire Benston |
 Florence EldridgeLeah Ernst | Leah Ernst |
 Dorothy BurgessHazel Flint Radier | Hazel Flint Radier |
 Hobart CavanaughHenry Mueller | Henry Mueller |
 William JanneyYoung Pierre Croy | Young Pierre Croy |
 Arthur HohlHomer Flint | Homer Flint |
 Theodore NewtonElmer Croy | Elmer Croy |
 Maidel TurnerAunt Clara Weingartner | Aunt Clara Weingartner |
 Mickey RentschlerYoung Pierre as a Child | Young Pierre as a Child |
 Richard TuckerMr. Eggelson | Mr. Eggelson |
 Judith VosselliMrs. Eggelson | Mrs. Eggelson |
| LLouise BeaversAzais's Maid | Azais's Maid |
 J.M. KerriganMr. Ryan | Mr. Ryan |
 Madame Sul-Te-WanMme. Azais' Neighbor ( Uncredited) | Mme. Azais' Neighbor ( Uncredited) |