


The Big Sleep at a glance
The Big Sleep is a 1946 mystery and crime film, running 1h 54m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: PG in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Now TV Cinema and HBO Max.
Rated PG in the United Kingdom — generally suitable for family viewing, with the usual guidance for younger children.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1946-08-22
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Genres
- Mystery, Crime, Thriller
- Director
- Howard Hawks
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.6 / 10 · 1,219 votes
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Availability
Where to watch in the United Kingdom
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Synopsis
Feature filmPrivate Investigator Philip Marlowe is hired by wealthy General Sternwood regarding a matter involving his youngest daughter Carmen. Before the complex case is over, Marlowe sees murder, blackmail, deception, and what might be love.
Cast
14 names
Humphrey BogartPhilip Marlowe
Lauren BacallVivian Sternwood Rutledge
John RidgelyEddie Mars
Martha VickersCarmen Sternwood
Louis Jean HeydtJoe Brody
Regis ToomeyChief Inspector Bernie Ohls
Sonia DarrinAgnes Lowzier (uncredited)
Elisha Cook Jr.Harry Jones
Bob SteeleLash Canino
Dorothy MaloneAcme Bookstore Proprietress
Peggy KnudsenMona Mars
Charles D. BrownNorris the Butler
Trevor BardetteArt Huck (uncredited)Questions about The Big Sleep
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Big Sleep in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Big Sleep is listed on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Now TV Cinema, HBO Max. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Big Sleep suitable for children?
The Big Sleep is rated PG 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.
Is The Big Sleep on PelisPlus UK?
The Big Sleep has a full discovery page on PelisPlus UK with its synopsis, cast, ratings and runtime. PelisPlus UK does not host video files; playback opens the third-party player sources configured by the site operator.
What is The Big Sleep about?
Private Investigator Philip Marlowe is hired by wealthy General Sternwood regarding a matter involving his youngest daughter Carmen. Before the complex case is over, Marlowe sees murder, blackmail, deception, and what might be love.
How long is The Big Sleep?
The Big Sleep runs for 1h 54m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Big Sleep trailer?
Yes. Press Watch trailer to play The Big Sleep Official Trailer #1 - Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall Movie (1946) HD without leaving this page. The trailer is embedded from YouTube.
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