Wolf Erickson, captain of the "hell ship" Ellen Miller, returns to port after a very successful voyage. Because of his terrible temper, he is greatly feared by his entire crew. Even his son, John, a boy of about ten years old, is a victim of his father's wrath. The son, however, has not inherited his father's hasty temper.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Henry B. WalthallErickson's Son | Erickson's Son |
 Eleanor WoodruffErickson's Wife | Erickson's Wife |
| MM.O. PennWolf Erickson | Wolf Erickson |