Franz Holl, 6 years old, is sent off by his mother and stepfather to live on his father's farm. His father turns out to be a mischievous man who won't grant him any chance in life. The roles are played by amateur actors from Carinthia.

Andreas Umnig Jr.
as Kleiner Franz

Fritz Martin
as Großer Franz

Johann Woschitz
as Bauer

Veronika Dovjak
as Franz's wife

Josef Holister
as Moritz

Regina Maurer
as Maria