The Ne'er-Do-Well is a 1923 American comedy silent film directed by Alfred E. Green.

The film stars Thomas Meighan, Lila Lee, Gertrude Astor, John Miltern, Gus Weinberg, and Sidney Smith.

He is able to get a railroad job through Edith's husband Stephen Cortlandt and decides to make something of himself when he meets Allen Allan, a Negro soldier of fortune.

When the sudden death of Stephen Cortlandt ensues, Kirk is blamed until Edith produces a suicide note and clears his name.

He succeeds in his railroad position and returns to the United States with Chiquita and is finally able to earn his father's respect.