Nightclub entertainer Ruby Carter moves from St. Louis to New Orleans to escape Tiger Kid. At Ace Lamont's club, she gains fame but faces drama with Ace's ex Molly. A jewel theft and fixed fight lead to confrontations.
Mae WestRuby Carter
Roger PryorTiger Kid
Johnny Mack BrownBrooks Clayburn
John MiljanAce Carter
Duke EllingtonPiano Player
Katherine DeMilleMolly Brant
James DonlanKirby (Tiger Kid's manager)
Stuart HolmesDirk
Harry WoodsSlade
Edward GarganStogie (Ruby's agent)
Libby TaylorJasmine (Ruby's maid)
Benny BakerBlackieMorrie CohanButch
Tyler BrookeComedian
Warren HymerSt. Louis fighter
