Paul Muni
Antonio 'Tony' Camonte
An ambitious and nearly insane violent gangster climbs the ladder of success in the mob, but his weaknesses prove to be his downfall.
Antonio 'Tony' Camonte
Francesca 'Cesca' Camonte
Poppy
John 'Johnny' Lovo
Insp. Ben Guarino
Guino Rinaldo
Angelo
Gaffney
Mr. Garston, publisher
Managing Editor
Mrs. Camonte
Chief of Detectives
Blonde at Paradise Club
Pietro, the Barber (uncredited)
Orchestra Leader (uncredited) / Music Director
Citizens Committee Member (uncredited)
Jim, the Headwaiter (uncredited)
Nightclub Patron (uncredited)
Waiter at Columbia Cafe (uncredited)
Mabel (uncredited)
Director
