The read
Critics rate it 23 points higher than audiences do.
Synopsis
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.
Ratings
IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes91%
Critics rate it 23 points higher than audiences do.
99 audience votes
Key crew
- Robert AldrichDirector
- Frank De VolOriginal Music Composer
- James PoeWriter
Cast
- Jack PalanceCharles Castle
- Ida LupinoMarion Castle
- Wendell CoreySmiley Coy
- Jean HagenConnie Bliss
- Rod SteigerStanley Shriner Hoff
- Shelley WintersDixie Evans
- Ilka ChasePatty Benedict
- Everett SloaneNat Danziger
- Wesley AddyHoratio "Hank" Teagle
- Paul LangtonBuddy Bliss
- Nick DennisMickey Feeney
- Bill WalkerRussell
Stills
Themes
movie businessblackmailfilm noirbel air