The Big Knife

The Big Knife (1955)

A Journey to the Dark Heart of Hollywood

Crime Drama

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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  • Release Date: 1955-10-25
  • Runtime: 1h 51min
  • Director: Robert Aldrich

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    • Trailer

    Cast

    • Jack Palance

      Charles Castle

    • Ida Lupino

      Marion Castle

    • Wendell Corey

      Smiley Coy

    • Jean Hagen

      Connie Bliss

    • Rod Steiger

      Stanley Shriner Hoff

    • Shelley Winters

      Dixie Evans

    • Ilka Chase

      Patty Benedict

    • Everett Sloane

      Nat Danziger

    • Wesley Addy

      Horatio "Hank" Teagle

    • Paul Langton

      Buddy Bliss

    • Nick Dennis

      Mickey Feeney

    • Bill Walker

      Russell

    • Michael Winkelman

      Billy Castle

    • Richard Boone

      Narrator (Voice)

    • Nick Cravat

      Nick

    • Robert Emhardt

      Bit Part

    • Mel Welles

      Mustached Party Guest

    • Michael Fox

      Prize Fight Announcer

    • Strother Martin

      Stillman

    • Ralph Volkie

      Referee

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