Don’t Play Us Cheap

Trinity and Brother Dave arrive in Harlem and stumble upon a lively party hosted by Miss Maybell. They reveal themselves as demons, intending to disrupt the celebration. The bustling partygoers and music set the scene for their mischief.

Trinity asserts that a party cannot exist without music and tries to break the records. He drinks an entire bottle of liquor, thinking he has depleted the supply, only to discover guests brought their own bottles. He also tries to devour all the sandwiches, but another plate is immediately set before him.

Trinity, angered by Earnestine, insults her and makes her cry. He quickly apologizes, confessing that he has fallen for her. The moment marks a shift from cruel mischief to genuine feeling.

Three more guests arrive: Mr. and Mrs. Johnson and their college-educated son, Harold. Earnestine ignoring Trinity for Harold ignites Trinity's jealousy. The dynamic among the partygoers becomes more tense as rival affections surface.

Brother Dave shows up in human form with the clear intent to end the party. Trinity resists the disruption, still clinging to his demonic persona. The conflict between the two demons becomes more pronounced.

Mr. Johnson cautions Harold not to get involved with Earnestine, calling her family too 'common' and warning about the future Harold envisions. Harold's loyalty is tested as he balances affection with practicality. The warning further complicates the relationships at the party.

Earnestine approaches both Harold and Trinity to dance, but Mr. Johnson and Dave pull them back. The moment intensifies Trinity's jealousy as he watches Earnestine connect with Harold. The dance floor becomes a focal point for romantic tension.

Dave persuades Trinity to attempt to break up the party before midnight, when they will both be turned into the human beings they pretend to be. The clock becomes a looming pressure as the two demons weigh their options. The impending transformation adds urgency to their plans.

As time runs short, Dave and Trinity join the dinner table with the rest of the guests. Dave's insult to Mrs. Johnson drives her and her husband to leave the party, and the remaining guests express relief that they departed. The atmosphere shifts from revelry to a more wary, tense mood.

After the dinner, Trinity stands and announces that he and Earnestine are getting engaged. Dave erupts with fury, resenting the change in plans and the newfound affection between Earnestine and Trinity. The revelation marks a turning point in their relationship.

Dave makes one last attempt to disrupt the party by attempting to woo Miss Maybell. He transforms into a cockroach and scuttles toward the exit, hoping to escape detection. Miss Maybell corners him, and the cockroach is smashed as the party continues.