In New England circa 1933, a niece is reported missing and presumed dead and Cabot Barr (George Arliss) summons his relatives to the family estate for a memorial service. Once there, Barr taunts each one, claiming their only interest in him is his money, and sends them away when the report about the niece proves to be false. Only niece Marjorie, who has ridiculed one of his pet eccentricities, seems to be the object of any sentimental affection.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 George ArlissCabot Barr | Cabot Barr |
 Edna May OliverAugusta Pritchard, Cabot's sister | Augusta Pritchard, Cabot's sister |
 Janet BeecherHelen Barr, Cabot's daughter | Helen Barr, Cabot's daughter |
 Charlotte HenryMarjorie Barr | Marjorie Barr |
 Ralph MorganHenry Loring, Cabot's lawyer | Henry Loring, Cabot's lawyer |
 Edward EllisClaude, Cabot's butler | Claude, Cabot's butler |
 Frank AlbertsonAllan Blaine, Augusta's adopted son | Allan Blaine, Augusta's adopted son |
 Rafaela OttianoRetta Barr, Judd's wife | Retta Barr, Judd's wife |
 Donald MeekJudd Barr, Cabot's son | Judd Barr, Cabot's son |
 Joseph CawthornDr. Wilson | Dr. Wilson |
 Harry C. BradleyProf. Schumaker | Prof. Schumaker |
 Paul HarveyOne of Judd's Creditors (uncredited) | One of Judd's Creditors (uncredited) |