CinemaOSMovie · 1955 · 1h 51m · NR
The Big Knife

A Journey to the Dark Heart of Hollywood

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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.

Directed byRobert Aldrich

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Status
Released
Runtime
1h 51m
Language
EN
Released
October 25, 1955
Studios
United ArtistsThe Associates & Aldrich Company

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Featuring

Cast & crew

10 credited
Starring
Jack Palance

Jack Palance

Charles Castle

Ida Lupino

Ida Lupino

Marion Castle

Wendell Corey

Wendell Corey

Smiley Coy

Jean Hagen

Jean Hagen

Connie Bliss

Rod Steiger

Rod Steiger

Stanley Shriner Hoff

Shelley Winters

Shelley Winters

Dixie Evans

Ilka Chase

Ilka Chase

Patty Benedict

Everett Sloane

Everett Sloane

Nat Danziger

Wesley Addy

Wesley Addy

Horatio "Hank" Teagle

Paul Langton

Paul Langton

Buddy Bliss

Creative team
Directed by
Robert Aldrich
Robert Aldrich
Written by
James Poe
James Poe
Produced by
Robert Aldrich
Robert Aldrich

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