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The Big Knife

Genre:CrimeDrama

Released:1955-10-25

Runtime:111

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.


Cast:

Jack Palance

Character: Charles Castle

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Ida Lupino

Character: Marion Castle

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Wendell Corey

Character: Smiley Coy

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Jean Hagen

Character: Connie Bliss

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Rod Steiger

Character: Stanley Shriner Hoff

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Shelley Winters

Character: Dixie Evans

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Ilka Chase

Character: Patty Benedict

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Everett Sloane

Character: Nat Danziger

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Wesley Addy

Character: Horatio "Hank" Teagle

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Paul Langton

Character: Buddy Bliss

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Nick Dennis

Character: Mickey Feeney

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Bill Walker

Character: Russell

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Michael Winkelman

Character: Billy Castle

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Richard Boone

Character: Narrator (Voice)

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Nick Cravat

Character: Nick

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Robert Emhardt

Character: Bit Part

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Mel Welles

Character: Mustached Party Guest

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Michael Fox

Character: Prize Fight Announcer

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Strother Martin

Character: Stillman

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Ralph Volkie

Character: Referee

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