A light-skinned African-American family are "passing" in an all-white New England town. When the truth comes out, the more prejudiced neighbors demand their expulsion from the community.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Beatrice PearsonMarcia Carter | Marcia Carter |
 Mel FerrerDr. Scott Mason Carter | Dr. Scott Mason Carter |
 Susan DouglasShelly Carter | Shelly Carter |
| RRobert A. DunnRev. John Taylor | Rev. John Taylor |
 Richard HyltonHoward 'Howie' Carter | Howard 'Howie' Carter |
 Grace CoppinMrs. Mitchell | Mrs. Mitchell |
 Carleton CarpenterAndy | Andy |
 Canada LeeLt. 'Dixie' Thompson | Lt. 'Dixie' Thompson |
| RRoyal BealDet. Staples | Det. Staples |
 William GreavesArthur 'Art' Cooper | Arthur 'Art' Cooper |
 Emory RichardsonDr. Charles Frederick Howard (uncredited) | Dr. Charles Frederick Howard (uncredited) |