The Big Knife

The Big Knife

1955 "A Journey to the Dark Heart of Hollywood"
The Big Knife
The Big Knife

The Big Knife

6.8 | 1h51m | NR | en | Drama

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.

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6.8 | 1h51m | NR | en | Drama , Crime
Synopsis

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.

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Cast

Jack Palance , Ida Lupino , Wendell Corey

Director

William Glasgow

Producted By

United Artists , The Associates & Aldrich Company

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