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The Big Knife

59.18 %|Oct 25, 1955|Crime, Drama

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.

Featured Crew

Robert Aldrich
Director
Frank De Vol
Original Music Composer
Robert Aldrich
Producer
Ernest Laszlo
Director of Photography
John Orlando
Property Master
Edward G. Boyle
Set Decoration
Michael Luciano
Editor
William Glasgow
Art Direction

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Cast

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Jack Palance
Charles Castle
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Ida Lupino
Marion Castle
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Wendell Corey
Smiley Coy
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Jean Hagen
Connie Bliss
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Rod Steiger
Stanley Shriner Hoff
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Shelley Winters
Dixie Evans
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Ilka Chase
Patty Benedict
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Everett Sloane
Nat Danziger
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Wesley Addy
Horatio "Hank" Teagle
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Paul Langton
Buddy Bliss
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Nick Dennis
Mickey Feeney
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Michael Winkelman
Billy Castle
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Richard Boone
Narrator (Voice)
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Mel Welles
Mustached Party Guest
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Michael Fox
Prize Fight Announcer