How long is The Big Knife?

The Big Knife is 1 h 51 min long (111 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 9:51 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.

What is The Big Knife rated?

The Big Knife is rated NR in the US.

Where can I stream The Big Knife?

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The Big Knife (1955) runs 1 h 51 min, is rated NR in the US and averages 6.0 from 99 TMDB members. 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.

Runtime: 1 h 51 min — ends 9:51 pm if you start at 8:00 pm
Rated: NR (US)
Genres: Crime, Drama
Released: October 25, 1955
TMDB rating: 6.0 / 10 from 99 votes
Director: Robert Aldrich
Starring: Jack Palance, Ida Lupino, Wendell Corey, Jean Hagen
Language: English

Good for a group? Better for one or two who will actually watch.Crime and Drama reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point.

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Streaming availability by JustWatch. In the US, as of 2026-11-08: ScreenPix Apple TV channel (subscription), ScreenPix Amazon Channel (subscription), YouTube Free (free with ads), Tubi TV (free with ads).

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How long is The Big Knife?: The Big Knife is 1 h 51 min long (111 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 9:51 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.
What is The Big Knife rated?: The Big Knife is rated NR in the US.
Is The Big Knife a good movie to watch with a group?: Better for one or two who will actually watch. Crime and Drama reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point.
Where can I stream The Big Knife?: In the US, as of 2026-11-08: ScreenPix Apple TV channel (subscription), ScreenPix Amazon Channel (subscription), YouTube Free (free with ads), Tubi TV (free with ads). Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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