Movie
The Big Knife
A Journey to the Dark Heart of Hollywood
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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The Big Knife opened in theaters October 25, 1955. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
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.
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Cast
Jack PalanceCharles Castle
Ida LupinoMarion Castle
Wendell CoreySmiley Coy
Jean HagenConnie Bliss
Rod SteigerStanley Shriner Hoff
Shelley WintersDixie Evans
Ilka ChasePatty Benedict
Everett SloaneNat DanzigerCredits
- Directed by
- Robert Aldrich
- Written by
- James Poe
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
Production
- The Associates & Aldrich CompanyUnited States
United ArtistsUnited States