The Big Knife

The Big Knife

6.0IMDb Score
Released:1955-10-25
Duration:111 min
Director:Robert Aldrich
Actors:Jack Palance, Ida Lupino, Wendell Corey, Jean Hagen, Rod Steiger
Production: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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