Tim Kelly is an orphan who runs away after his orphanage burns down. Presumed to be killed in the fire, he is able to roam the streets of New York freely. He meets Max Ginsberg, an old Jewish junk dealer with rheumatism, and the two strike a partnership and a close friendship.
Unfortunately the movie The Rag Man is not yet available on HBO Max.
| Directing | Edward F. Cline | Director |
| Writing | Willard Mack | Story |
| Sound | Linda Martinez | Original Music Composer |
| Camera | Frank B. Good | Director of Photography |
| Editing | Irene Morra | Editor |
| Art | John Hughes | Art Direction |
| Directing | Robert Ives | Assistant Director |
