The Big Knife (1955)
"A Journey to the Dark Heart of Hollywood"

Title: The Big Knife
Original Title: The Big Knife
Release Date: 1955-10-25
Status: Released
Rating: 6/10 (from 83 votes)
Language: EN
Genres: Crime, Drama
Production Companies: The Associates & Aldrich Company, United Artists
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