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The Big Knife (1955)

A Journey to the Dark Heart of Hollywood

6.01h 51mCrime • Drama
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Synopsis

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 Information

Director
Robert Aldrich
Writers
James Poe
Release Year
1955
Runtime
111 minutes
Genre
Crime, Drama
Language
EN
Country
United States of America
Status
Released
Rating
6.0 / 10 (96 votes)

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

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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.

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