The Big Knife
movie
A Journey to the Dark Heart of Hollywood
Released October 25, 1955
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
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
Crew
Robert Aldrich
as
Director
Robert Aldrich
as
Producer
Frank De Vol
as
Original Music Composer
Ernest Laszlo
as
Director of Photography
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John Orlando
as
Property Master
Michael Luciano
as
Editor
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William Glasgow
as
Art Direction
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Edward G. Boyle
as
Set Decoration
Louis Hippe
as
Makeup Artist
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Jack R. Berne
as
Production Supervisor
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Nate D. Slott
as
Assistant Director
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Robert H. Justman
as
Second Assistant Director