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A Journey to the Dark Heart of Hollywood - The Big Knife
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Title: The Big Knife

Release Date: 25 Oct 1955

Runtime: 1h 51m

Genre: Crime, Drama

Director: The Associates & Aldrich Company, United Artists

Production Companies: The Associates & Aldrich Company, United Artists

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.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 5.9 (82 votes)

Cast

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