IMDb
6.8 /10
5k votes


Crime · Drama · 1955 · 1h 51min
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.
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The Big Knife (1955) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
IMDb
6.8 /10
5k votes
Rotten Tomatoes
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TMDB
6.0 /10
96 votes
Letterboxd
6.8 /10
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Weighted average
6.6/10