The Big Knife (1955)

The Big Knife (1955)

A Journey to the Dark Heart of Hollywood 1955-10-25 United States of America 111 Min. PG-13
5.9 81 votes

Overview

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.

Cast

Jack Palance is Charles Castle
Charles Castle
Ida Lupino is Marion Castle
Marion Castle
Wendell Corey is Smiley Coy
Smiley Coy
Jean Hagen is Connie Bliss
Connie Bliss
Rod Steiger is Stanley Shriner Hoff
Stanley Shriner Hoff
Shelley Winters is Dixie Evans
Dixie Evans
Ilka Chase is Patty Benedict
Patty Benedict
Everett Sloane is Nat Danziger
Nat Danziger
Wesley Addy is Horatio
Horatio "Hank" Teagle
Paul Langton is Buddy Bliss
Buddy Bliss
Nick Dennis is Mickey Feeney
Mickey Feeney
Bill Walker is Russell
Russell

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