A private detective foils the plans of villains attempting to take over Panamanian oil fields while he searches for a valuable map hidden in plain sight.
A recently paroled boxer finds himself entangled in a dangerous plot involving stolen jewels and a femme fatale. He tries to go straight but is drawn back into the criminal underworld by a desperate plan. The situation escalates as he faces betrayal and the threat of returning to prison.
Riff-Raff received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics praised its gritty atmosphere and Fairbanks Jr.'s performance, others found the plot convoluted and predictable. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating the noir elements and others finding it less engaging than other films of its genre.
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The film was shot in black and white, a standard for the era, but its gritty urban settings and shadow-laden cinematography enhance its film noir aesthetic.
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