Barr decides to build not just one ship, as Lord Dean advises, but twenty (to bring the costs down to a manageable level).

Manning, a rival shipbuilder Barr loathes, hears rumors and sends two men undercover to find out what they can.

With the support of June McKinnon, the chief shareholder, Barr proceeds, despite the opposition of Lord Dean and other members of the board.

When he runs out and cannot secure a loan to cover the payroll, a rabble-rouser tries to stir up the men, but Barr convinces them to stick by him.

It has also been released on Region 2 DVD by Opening in the "Les films de ma vie" series.