The film illustrates the oppression of Irish peasants under early English rule, highlighting trials and "accidental" deaths.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Francis FordShemus O'Brien | Shemus O'Brien |
 Charles ManleyMr. O'Brien - Shemus' Father | Mr. O'Brien - Shemus' Father |
 Jack HoltThe Squire's Son | The Squire's Son |
| MMarie ManleyMrs. O'Brien - Shemus' Mother | Mrs. O'Brien - Shemus' Mother |
| AAdoni FovieriBiddy | Biddy |
| OOrin JacksonFather Malone (as Orin C. Jackson) | Father Malone (as Orin C. Jackson) |
| RRobert MurdockThe Squire | The Squire |