The movie stars George Bancroft, Mary Astor and Fredric March who are all excellent in their roles. The story begins as Joe Forziati (Bancroft), an Italian immigrant who has battled his way to success as a New York building contractor, decides to embark on a social career.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 George BancroftJoe Forziati | Joe Forziati |
 Mary AstorMimi Howell | Mimi Howell |
 Fredric MarchDwight Howell | Dwight Howell |
 Stanley FieldsMike Mendino | Mike Mendino |
 David DurandJoey Forziati | Joey Forziati |
 Ferike BorosMrs. Forziati | Mrs. Forziati |
 Freddie Burke FrederickJackie Howell | Jackie Howell |
 Margaret QuimbyLucille Gates | Lucille Gates |
 Ben Hendricks Jr.Slattery | Slattery |
 Lawford DavidsonGeorge Windham | George Windham |
| CClaud AllisterTailor (uncredited) | Tailor (uncredited) |
 Henry ArmettaTony, the waiter (uncredited) | Tony, the waiter (uncredited) |