The Big Knife

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.

6

111 min

Cast

Jack Palance

as Charles Castle

Ida Lupino

as Marion Castle

Wendell Corey

as Smiley Coy

Jean Hagen

as Connie Bliss

Rod Steiger

as Stanley Shriner Hoff

Shelley Winters

as Dixie Evans

Ilka Chase

as Patty Benedict

Everett Sloane

as Nat Danziger

Wesley Addy

as Horatio "Hank" Teagle

Paul Langton

as Buddy Bliss

Nick Dennis

as Mickey Feeney

Bill Walker

as Russell

Michael Winkelman

as Billy Castle

Richard Boone

as Narrator (Voice)

Nick Cravat

as Nick

Robert Emhardt

as Bit Part

Mel Welles

as Mustached Party Guest

Michael Fox

as Prize Fight Announcer

Strother Martin

as Stillman

Ralph Volkie

as Referee

Director

Robert Aldrich