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The Big Knife

1955 • 1h51m Crime, Drama

Rating

6.0/10

Popularity

1

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.

Details

Director

Robert Aldrich

Screenplay

Clifford Odets

James Poe

Cast

Jack Palance

Ida Lupino

Wendell Corey

Release date

10/25/1955

Status

Released

Origin country

US

Vote count

95