When a young boy's family is killed by the mob, their tough neighbor Gloria becomes his reluctant guardian. In possession of a book that the gangsters want, the pair go on the run in New York.

Gena Rowlandsas Gloria Swenson
Buck Henryas Jack Dawn
Julie Carmenas Jeri Dawn
Tom Noonanas 2nd Man / Gangster
Ronald Macconeas 3rd Man / Gangster