John Steele is the wealthy capitalist and head of a meat corporation who promises the company will earn its greatest dividend. He devotes himself to achieving that goal, neglecting his wife and son, Frank. His generous gift to a slum mission is publicly praised, but Betty denounces him for the hardship his business has caused. After Frank is mortally wounded, John brings him home and hears his son's forgiveness and final account of the price of his ambition.
William H. Thompson has 7 screen credits in a career dating back to 1916. Signature works include The Eye of the Night, The Dividend, Civilization's Child. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
