The Big Knife (1955)

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.

Directing:
  • Robert Aldrich

Writing:
  • James Poe
  • Clifford Odets

Stars:
Release Date: 1955-10-25
themoviedb icon 5.9/10
  • Country: US
  • Language: English
  • Runtime: 111

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Wesley Addy
Wesley Addy
Horatio "Hank" Teagle
Ida Lupino
Ida Lupino
Marion Castle
Rod Steiger
Rod Steiger
Stanley Shriner Hoff
Shelley Winters
Shelley Winte...
Dixie Evans
Jack Palance
Jack Palance
Charles Castle
Wendell Corey
Wendell Corey
Smiley Coy
Jean Hagen
Jean Hagen
Connie Bliss
Ilka Chase
Ilka Chase
Patty Benedict
Everett Sloane
Everett Sloan...
Nat Danziger
Paul Langton
Paul Langton
Buddy Bliss
Nick Dennis
Nick Dennis
Mickey Feeney
Bill Walker
Bill Walker
Russell
Michael Winkelman
Michael Winke...
Billy Castle
Richard Boone
Richard Boone
Narrator (Voice)
Nick Cravat
Nick Cravat
Nick
Robert Emhardt
Robert Emhard...
Bit Part
Mel Welles
Mel Welles
Mustached Party Guest
Michael Fox
Michael Fox
Prize Fight Announcer
Strother Martin
Strother Mart...
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