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The Big Knife at a glance
The Big Knife is a 1955 crime and drama film, running 1h 51m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: NR in the United Kingdom.
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Rated NR in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1955-10-25
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Genres
- Crime, Drama
- Director
- Robert Aldrich
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.0 / 10 · 99 votes
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Synopsis
Feature filmMovie 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
14 names
Jack PalanceCharles Castle
Ida LupinoMarion Castle
Wendell CoreySmiley Coy
Jean HagenConnie Bliss
Rod SteigerStanley Shriner Hoff
Shelley WintersDixie Evans
Ilka ChasePatty Benedict
Everett SloaneNat Danziger
Wesley AddyHoratio "Hank" Teagle
Paul LangtonBuddy Bliss
Nick DennisMickey Feeney
Bill WalkerRussell
Michael WinkelmanBilly Castle
Richard BooneNarrator (Voice)Questions about The Big Knife
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Is The Big Knife suitable for children?
The Big Knife is rated NR in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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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.…
How long is The Big Knife?
The Big Knife runs for 1h 51m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
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