The story of Sammy Glick, the man with a positive genius for being a heel, who runs through New York's East Side, through newspaper ranks and finally through Hollywood, leaving in his wake the wrecked careers of his associates; for this is his tragedy and his chief characteristic-his congenital incapacity for friendship.

A 67-year-old refugee deals with his fears and conflicted feelings as he's about to become an American citizen.

A cantor's faith is renewed.

Five office friends meet up for a night on the town to celebrate the forthcoming marriage of one of them. As the night wears on and the drink starts to tell, they become more confidential in expressing their concerns and hopes.

A widow tries not to be dependent on her children.

A widowed businessman becomes obsessed with one of his employees, the divorcée Betty Preisser.