The Big Knife (movie)

The Big Knife (movie)

  • User score: 5.9
  • Production country: United States of America
  • Producer: Robert Aldrich
  • Production companies: The Associates & Aldrich Company, United Artists
  • Genre: Crime, Drama
  • Release date: 10/25/1955
  • Run time: 111 min.

Movie description

Movie star Charlie Castle draws the ire of Hollywood producer Stanley Hoff when he refuses to sign a new seven-year contract. Castle is sick of the low quality of the studio's films and wants to start a new life. While his estranged wife supports him in the decision, Castle's talent agent urges him to reconsider. When Castle continues to be uncooperative, Hoff resorts to blackmail in order to get his way.

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Jack Palance

Jack Palance

Role(s): Charles Castle

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Ida Lupino

Ida Lupino

Role(s): Marion Castle

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Wendell Corey

Wendell Corey

Role(s): Smiley Coy

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Jean Hagen

Jean Hagen

Role(s): Connie Bliss

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Rod Steiger

Rod Steiger

Role(s): Stanley Shriner Hoff

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