Fred Stevens is an aspiring songwriter from Schenectady who journeys to New York City, hoping to make a name for himself. On the train he meets dental assistant Edna Baker, and the two embark upon a friendship that evolves into her falling for him. While struggling in Tin Pan Alley, Fred falls in with his composer partner's gold-digging sister-in-law Eileen. Eileen really becomes interested when she finds out Fred is carrying his life savings.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Eleanore WhitneyEdna Baker | Edna Baker |
 Johnny DownsFred Stevens | Fred Stevens |
 Lynne OvermanJoe Hart | Joe Hart |
 Terry WalkerEileen Fletcher | Eileen Fletcher |
 Benny BakerMaxie Schwartz | Maxie Schwartz |
 William DemarestPaul Sears | Paul Sears |
| JJohn PattersonDanny Fox | Danny Fox |
 El BrendelWindow Washer | Window Washer |
 Barlowe BorlandGoebel | Goebel |
 Kitty McHughGoldie Foster | Goldie Foster |
 Helen FlintLucille Sears | Lucille Sears |
 Harvey ClarkWaiter | Waiter |
 Spec O'DonnellFred's Friend | Fred's Friend |