The Big Sleep (1946)
The picture they were born for!
Director: Howard Hawks
|Writers: Raymond Chandler, Leigh Brackett, Jules Furthman, William Faulkner
|Stars: Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall, John Ridgely
Storyline
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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Movie Details
| Original title | The Big Sleep |
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| Release date | Aug 31, 1946 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | based on novel or book, detective, murder, poison, whodunit, los angeles, california, gambling, private investigator, drug addiction, sister, blackmail, film noir |
FAQ
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 Aug 31, 1946 (status: Released).
Who directed The Big Sleep?
Howard Hawks directed The Big Sleep.
What is the TMDB rating of The Big Sleep?
The Big Sleep has a TMDB rating of 7.6/10 from 1,203 votes.