Ted Higgins and Tommy Hinchcliffe work as window washers at a large office building and accidentally get involved in a complex case involving a valuable $50,000. They are mistaken for couriers and given the substantial sum by a racketeer named Nick Craig. Ted and Tommy, clueless about the magnitude of what they've gotten involved in, soon realize their task is far from ordinary when they find themselves pursued by gangsters keener than ever to get the money back. Their comedic mishaps and blunders introduce them to a series of colorful characters, including employees in the building and the crooks who are increasingly desperate to recover the cash.

The adventure takes them on a whirlwind journey through the city as they attempt to complete their unexpected errand without losing the money or their lives. Throughout their zany escapades, Ted and Tommy rely on sheer luck and quick wit to navigate the chaos surrounding them. Each step they take seems to land them deeper into trouble, be it misunderstanding directions or outrageous encounters with shady figures. As their journey progresses, the stakes get higher, and avoiding capture becomes even more challenging. Eventually, the protagonists must confront the reality of their situation and muster enough courage and strategy to resolve the predicament they've encountered.