In the midst of New York City's underworld, Mahlon Keane, a ruthless mobster, becomes entangled with Rhoda Philbrooke, a former high-society woman, after helping her win at a charity poker game. Rhoda needs the funds to care for Tony Vaughan, a struggling concert violinist, and Keane becomes invested in their well-being. As Rhoda prepares to marry Keane, Vaughan confesses his true feelings to her, forcing her to confront her feelings and decide between her arranged marriage and her true love.
The Racketeer
A charismatic crime boss becomes enamored with a struggling musician's ability to drink and sets out to win the heart of a stunning, newly single socialite.