Karl Escher, the son of a prominent banker, was accused of embezzlement and forgery at the bank and went to prison for three years. After his release, he seeks revenge against his brother Franz, whom he believes to be the real culprit.

Karl

Franz

Amalia

Mr. Escher

Old Man

Henry

Herman
Luis
Serge

Ivan
Mr. Field

Mrs. Field
Field's Daughter

Woman
Child
Field's Lawyer
Soprano
Harpiste
Police Officer