In 1890, Gus Sascher joins the Austrian Army and romances the impoverished girl Elsa Hofner. Her father, meanwhile, in an attempt at social climbing, pushes her towards wealthy officer, Franz von Renner.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Vivienne SegalElsa Hofner | Elsa Hofner |
 Alexander GrayOtto Stirner | Otto Stirner |
 Jean HersholtHerr Hofner, Elsa's Father | Herr Hofner, Elsa's Father |
 Walter PidgeonFranz von Renner | Franz von Renner |
 Louise FazendaGretl Kruger | Gretl Kruger |
 Bert RoachGus Sascher | Gus Sascher |
 Alice DayBarbara, Elsa's Granddaughter | Barbara, Elsa's Granddaughter |
| PPhilipp Lothar MayringBaron von Renner, Franz' Father | Baron von Renner, Franz' Father |
| JJune PurcellMary, a Singer on the Stage | Mary, a Singer on the Stage |
| MMilt DouglasBill Jones, a Stage Performer | Bill Jones, a Stage Performer |
 Bela LugosiCount von Ratz--Hungarian Ambassador | Count von Ratz--Hungarian Ambassador |
 Mary TreenShocked Woman on Street (uncredited) | Shocked Woman on Street (uncredited) |