The Michigan Kid is a gambler in the backwoods of Alaska trying to make enough money to go back to his hometown and impress the girl he loves. His childhood rival for the girl happens to turn up at his casino, in trouble and doesn't want his girl to find about it.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Conrad NagelJimmy Cowan, the Michigan Kid | Jimmy Cowan, the Michigan Kid |
 Renée AdoréeRose Morris | Rose Morris |
 Lloyd WhitlockFrank Hayward | Frank Hayward |
 Fred EsmeltonHiram Morris | Hiram Morris |
 Adolph MilarShorty | Shorty |
 Maurice MurphyJimmy Cowan, as a child | Jimmy Cowan, as a child |
 Virginia GreyRose, as a child | Rose, as a child |
| DDon HouseFrank Howard, as a child | Frank Howard, as a child |
 Alice BelcherMinor Role (uncredited) | Minor Role (uncredited) |
 Walter BrennanMinor Role (uncredited) | Minor Role (uncredited) |
 Tom LondonMinor Role (uncredited) | Minor Role (uncredited) |