Barnes, the mate of the 'Portland', is the object of the hate of the whole ship's crew. His mistress is murdered shortly before the departure and suspicion naturally falls on him. Some time later, Jeff Cooper, the skipper, falls to his death in the middle of the night. Once again Barnes is suspected and the mate has to resort to force to maintain his authority on board. During the stopover, Barnes is interrogated and finally cleared. He is even appointed captain of the 'Portland' in replacement of Jeff and can marry his best friend's daughter.

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Cast

Albert Préjean

Dick Kaufman

Pierre Renoir

Captain Jeff Cooper

André Alerme

Captain Little

René Dary

Barnes, second in command

André Burgère

César

Jean Brochard

Dauphin, the boss

Henri Crémieux

Sharp, the radio

Marie Déa

Mary

Lucien Coëdel

'Pomme d'Amour'

Robert Darène

Crew member

Jean Daurand

Gus

Guy Favières

Sheriff