A 60-ish Maine shipbuilder (Frank Morgan) and his 30-ish father (Keenan Wynn) provide for their family from the hereafter.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Frank MorganSam Griggs | Sam Griggs |
 Keenan WynnBen Griggs | Ben Griggs |
 Cecil KellawayTom Carter | Tom Carter |
 Audrey TotterJennifer Griggs | Jennifer Griggs |
 Richard QuineHoward Bankson | Howard Bankson |
 Gladys CooperAmy Griggs | Amy Griggs |
 Marshall ThompsonJim Griggs | Jim Griggs |
 Leon AmesRalph Humphrey | Ralph Humphrey |
 Morris AnkrumDr. Wilson | Dr. Wilson |
 Arthur SpaceAmos Spellman | Amos Spellman |
 Jane GreenMrs. Lynne | Mrs. Lynne |