The film tells about the Decembrists’ revolt in the south of Russia. Right before the Decembrist Revolt 1825 a chevalier of fortune decides that it's time for a game. But on whom to make a bet? He asks the cards. But he's not the only one who makes the choice.
Lieutenant Sukhanov

Medoks, opportunist

Young hussar

Circus actress

Medoks's servant

Vishnevskiy's wife

Circus owner

General Vishnevskiy
General Veysmar
Officer

Gambler (uncredited)

Boy with apples

Lady at the gambling house

(uncredited)