Movie Description
The Big Knife
(1955)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.
Featured Crew
- Director : Robert Aldrich
- Producer : Robert Aldrich
- Writer : James Poe
- Editor : Michael Luciano
- Cast : Jack Palance,Ida Lupino,Wendell Corey,Jean Hagen,Rod Steiger,Shelley Winters,Ilka Chase,Everett Sloane,Wesley Addy,Paul Langton,Nick Dennis,Bill Walker,Michael Winkelman,Richard Boone,Nick Cravat,Robert Emhardt,Mel Welles,Michael Fox,Strother Martin,Ralph Volkie
Cast
Charles Castle
Marion Castle
Smiley Coy
Connie Bliss
Stanley Shriner Hoff
Dixie Evans
Patty Benedict
Nat Danziger
Horatio "Hank" Teagle
Buddy Bliss
Mickey Feeney
Russell
Billy Castle
Narrator (Voice)
Nick
Bit Part
Mustached Party Guest
Prize Fight Announcer
Stillman
Referee
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Facts
Original TitleThe Big Knife
Status Released
Release Information
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1955-10-25
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 51m
Production CompaniesThe Associates & Aldrich Company,United Artists
Genres
- Crime
- Drama
