The Big Knife
NR
CrimeDrama
5.9/10(81 ratings)
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.
10-25-1955
1h 51m
Main Cast
Movie Details
Production Info
- Director:
- Robert Aldrich
- Writers:
- Clifford Odets, James Poe
- Production:
- The Associates & Aldrich Company, United Artists
Key Crew
- Director:
- Robert Aldrich
- Producer:
- Robert Aldrich
- Original Music Composer:
- Frank De Vol
- Title Designer:
- Saul Bass
- Assistant Director:
- Nate D. Slott
Locations and Languages
- Country:
- US
- Filming:
- US
- Languages:
- en