When Danny inherits two houses, his friends Pilon and others move in, seeking a better life. However, their laziness and poverty lead to chaos. Meanwhile, Pirate, a frugal friend, is secretly saving money to buy a valuable gold candlestick for St. Francis. As Pilon plots to steal Pirate's savings, a devastating fire breaks out, injuring Danny. In the aftermath, Pilon surprisingly makes an effort to improve his friend's life, marking a significant change in his character.

Tortilla Flat
A young Mexican-American man from northern California inherits two houses from his grandfather, only to have his carefree friends exploit his newfound wealth, setting off a chain of unforeseen events.