Mary Carlton, who lives with her invalid father on a cotton plantation, receives a letter from Bob, her brother, in New York, stating that he faces death in the electric chair for a crime of which he claims to be innocent. Determined to save him, she goes there, learns of his association with an underworld gang, and begins to suspect Handsome Joe of a connection with the crime.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Conrad NagelHandsome Joe | Handsome Joe |
 Myrna LoyMary Carlton | Mary Carlton |
 William RussellBig Steve Drummond | Big Steve Drummond |
 Carroll NyeBob Carlton | Bob Carlton |
 Paul PanzerDopey | Dopey |
 Erville AldersonCol. Carlton | Col. Carlton |