The Big Sleep (1946)
The Big Sleep is a 1946 mystery movie directed by Howard Hawks, with a running time of 1h 54m. It stars Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall and John Ridgely.
Private Investigator Philip Marlowe is hired by wealthy General Sternwood regarding a matter involving his youngest daughter Carmen. Before the complex case is over, Marlowe sees murder, blackmail, deception, and what might be love.
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What is The Big Sleep about?
Private Investigator Philip Marlowe is hired by wealthy General Sternwood regarding a matter involving his youngest daughter Carmen. Before the complex case is over, Marlowe sees murder, blackmail, deception, and what might be love.
When was The Big Sleep released?
The Big Sleep was released on 22 August 1946.
How long is The Big Sleep?
The Big Sleep runs 1h 54m.
Who made The Big Sleep?
The Big Sleep was directed by Howard Hawks.
Where can I watch The Big Sleep?
The Big Sleep is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch The Big Sleep
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Humphrey Bogart as Philip Marlowe
- Lauren Bacall as Vivian Sternwood Rutledge
- John Ridgely as Eddie Mars
- Martha Vickers as Carmen Sternwood
- Louis Jean Heydt as Joe Brody
- Charles Waldron as General Sternwood
- Regis Toomey as Chief Inspector Bernie Ohls
- Sonia Darrin as Agnes Lowzier (uncredited)
- Elisha Cook Jr. as Harry Jones
- Bob Steele as Lash Canino
- Dorothy Malone as Acme Bookstore Proprietress
- Peggy Knudsen as Mona Mars
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