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.
Actor: Jack Palance, Ida Lupino, Jean Hagen, Shelley Winters, Rod Steiger
Production: United Artists, The Associates & Aldrich Company
Country: United States of America