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Set during the golden age of Hollywood, The Big Knife follows film star Charlie Castle, whose studio has been forced to cover up a mistake that could have ended his career. When a woman with insider knowledge threatens to come forward, the studio heads will stop at nothing to protect Charlie's secret. Charlie must decide what lengths he's willing to go to before just quitting the business for good.

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Performances ended on Jun. 2, 2013.

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About The Big Knife

What is the Story of The Big Knife?
Set in the golden age of Hollywood, The Big Knife tells the story of successful movie star Charlie Castle, who is faced with a pivotal career-shaping decision: Should he renew his contract with the studio (and its manipulative chief Marcus Hoff) or heed his wife’s wishes and do away with Hollywood for good? As he struggles to make a choice, a struggling actress with insider knowledge of an accident involving Charlie may prove to be the most persuasive voice in his life.

Richard Kind on Playing ‘Men of Power,’ Including His Tony-Nominated Role in The Big Knife
Role Call
Richard Kind on Playing ‘Men of Power,’ Including His Tony-Nominated Role in The Big Knife
The Big Knife's Richard Kind on Accidentally Campaigning for a Tony 35 Minutes After Being Nominated
2013 Tony Reactions
The Big Knife's Richard Kind on Accidentally Campaigning for a Tony 35 Minutes After Being Nominated
Were Our Word of Mouth Panelists Enamored by the Glamour of The Big Knife?
Word of Mouth Review
Were Our Word of Mouth Panelists Enamored by the Glamour of The Big Knife?
Squigs Transports Bobby Cannavale and Company to Tinseltown in The Big Knife
Broadway Ink
Squigs Transports Bobby Cannavale and Company to Tinseltown in The Big Knife
Bobby Cannavale and The Big Knife’s All-Star Cast Send a Love Letter to Hollywood on Opening Night
On the Scene
Bobby Cannavale and The Big Knife’s All-Star Cast Send a Love Letter to Hollywood on Opening Night
Bobby Cannavale and the Cast of The Big Knife Ring In a Glitzy Opening Night on Broadway
Photo Op
Bobby Cannavale and the Cast of The Big Knife Ring In a Glitzy Opening Night on Broadway
The Big Knife, Starring Bobby Cannavale, Calls ‘Action!’ on Broadway
Curtain Up
The Big Knife, Starring Bobby Cannavale, Calls ‘Action!’ on Broadway
The Big Knife’s Rachel Brosnahan on Bobby Cannavale, House of Cards and Singing Lessons with Bernadette Peters
Fresh Face
The Big Knife’s Rachel Brosnahan on Bobby Cannavale, House of Cards and Singing Lessons with Bernadette Peters
Time Warp Back to the Golden Age of Hollywood with Clips of Bobby Cannavale in The Big Knife
Show Clips
Time Warp Back to the Golden Age of Hollywood with Clips of Bobby Cannavale in The Big Knife
Get a Glossy First Look at Bobby Cannavale and the Classic Hollywood Style of The Big Knife
First Look
Get a Glossy First Look at Bobby Cannavale and the Classic Hollywood Style of The Big Knife
Bobby Cannavale Hits Hollywood as The Big Knife Begins Previews on Broadway
Curtain Up
Bobby Cannavale Hits Hollywood as The Big Knife Begins Previews on Broadway
Bobby Cannavale and Director Doug Hughes on Making Movie Star Magic in The Big Knife
On the Scene
Bobby Cannavale and Director Doug Hughes on Making Movie Star Magic in The Big Knife
C.J. Wilson Replaces Adam Rapp in Broadway's The Big Knife, Starring Bobby Cannavale
News
C.J. Wilson Replaces Adam Rapp in Broadway's The Big Knife, Starring Bobby Cannavale
Bobby Cannavale and the Cast of The Big Knife Get Hollywood Ready at Rehearsal
Photo Op
Bobby Cannavale and the Cast of The Big Knife Get Hollywood Ready at Rehearsal
Mad Men on Broadway? Nope. It's The Big Knife!
Hot Shot
Mad Men on Broadway? Nope. It's The Big Knife!
Tickets Now on Sale for the Broadway Revival of The Big Knife, Starring Bobby Cannavale
Now On Sale
Tickets Now on Sale for the Broadway Revival of The Big Knife, Starring Bobby Cannavale
Marin Ireland, Chip Zien & More Join Bobby Cannavale in The Big Knife Revival; Complete Cast Announced
News
Marin Ireland, Chip Zien & More Join Bobby Cannavale in The Big Knife Revival; Complete Cast Announced
The Big Knife, Starring Bobby Cannavale, Sets Opening Night Date
News
The Big Knife, Starring Bobby Cannavale, Sets Opening Night Date
Bobby Cannavale to Star in Broadway Revival of Clifford Odets' The Big Knife
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Bobby Cannavale to Star in Broadway Revival of Clifford Odets' The Big Knife
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