The Big Knife
The Big Knife

The Big Knife

A Journey to the Dark Heart of Hollywood

6.0111 min
CrimeDrama

Overview

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.

Movie Info

Release Date: 10/25/1955

Runtime: 111 min

Director: Robert Aldrich

Writers: James Poe, Clifford Odets

Top Cast

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

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