6.0The Big Knife · 1955
The Big Knife (1955) is a Crime / Drama film directed by Robert Aldrich, starring Jack Palance, Ida Lupino, Wendell Corey.
CrimeDrama
6.0Overview
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, Ida Lupino, Wendell Corey, Jean Hagen, Rod Steiger, Shelley Winters, Ilka Chase, Everett Sloane
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What is "The Big Knife" about?
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.
When was "The Big Knife" released?
The Big Knife was released in 1955.
Who stars in "The Big Knife"?
The cast includes Jack Palance, Ida Lupino, Wendell Corey, Jean Hagen.
