It was produced by I. E. Chadwick Productions and distributed by Film Booking Offices of America.

[1][2] As described in a film magazine reviews,[3] Blaze Derringer is expelled from college for his wild exploits.

His father casts him out, advising him not to return unless he has earned $5,000 by his own efforts within a year.

There he thwarts Count Verensky, who has plotted to win her throne.

A print of American Pluck survives in a private collection.