Because the print viewed lacked the first reel, plot information for the first reel was derived from the release dialogue script in the AMPAS Paramount story files. Additional information in the story files noted that Frederick Lonsdale was to work on the script, and the original was called "Spring Cleaning." His contribution to the final film is undetermined. The working titles of the film were Reputation and New Morals. According to a review in Motion Picture Herald, Paul Lukas left the cast due to illness, and was replaced by Clive Brook, who was then replaced by John Loder. Lukas apparently returned to the film following his illness. A review in New York Times erroneously calls Lukas' character "Colin Graham."