The Big Knife
25/10/1955
2h

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
Charles Castle


Ida Lupino
Marion Castle


Wendell Corey
Smiley Coy


Jean Hagen
Connie Bliss


Rod Steiger
Stanley Shriner Hoff


Shelley Winters
Dixie Evans


Ilka Chase
Patty Benedict


Everett Sloane
Nat Danziger


Wesley Addy
Horatio "Hank" Teagle


Paul Langton
Buddy Bliss


Nick Dennis
Mickey Feeney


Bill Walker
Russell


Michael Winkelman
Billy Castle


Richard Boone
Narrator (Voice)


Nick Cravat
Nick


Robert Emhardt
Bit Part


Mel Welles
Mustached Party Guest


Michael Fox
Prize Fight Announcer


Strother Martin
Stillman


Ralph Volkie
Referee
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