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The Big Knife(1955)
Status: Released
Date: 1955-10-25
60%
94 Votes
Time: 1h 51m
A Journey to the Dark Heart of Hollywood
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.
Languages: English.
Countries:
United States of America
ProductionCompanies: 
The Associates & Aldrich Company
Movie: The Big Knife
Top 10 Billed Cast
Jack Palance
Charles Castle
Ida Lupino
Marion Castle
Wendell Corey
Smiley Coy
Jean Hagen
Connie Bliss
Rod Steiger
Stanley Shriner Hoff
Shelley Winters
Dixie Evans
Ilka Chase
Patty Benedict
Everett Sloane
Nat Danziger
Wesley Addy
Horatio "Hank" Teagle
Paul Langton
Buddy Bliss
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