John and Katherine Colby decide to put off parenthood until he has become wealthy. Their friends, Tom and Grace Donaldson, decide to start a family right away. While John works his way up to a position of power at a steel firm, Katherine begins to question the wisdom of their decision.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Richard DixJohn Colby | John Colby |
 Leatrice JoyKatherine Colby | Katherine Colby |
 John BowersTom Donaldson | Tom Donaldson |
 Louise LovelyGrace Donaldson | Grace Donaldson |
 Irene RichMrs. Holt | Mrs. Holt |
 DeWitt JenningsLyons | Lyons |
 Dave WinterStephen Phillips | Stephen Phillips |
| RRoy LaidlawHendron | Hendron |
 John CossarEdward Phillips Sr | Edward Phillips Sr |
 Frankie LeeJohn (in prologue) | John (in prologue) |
| DDorothy HughesKatherine (in prologue) | Katherine (in prologue) |
 Frank Coghlan Jr.Not listed | Not listed |
| BBarbara MaierLittle Girl | Little Girl |
 Betsy Ann HisleLittle Girl (uncredited) | Little Girl (uncredited) |