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The Big Sleep

The Big Sleep

Meet Philip Marlowe. The toughest private eye who ever wore a trench coat, slapped a dame and split his knuckles on a jawbone.

Private eye Philip Marlowe investigates a case of blackmail involving the two wild daughters of a rich general, a pornographer and a gangster.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Big Sleep
  • Genres: Crime, Mystery
  • Release Date: 1978-03-13
  • Runtime: 100 minutes
  • Rating: 5.9/10 (87 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: ITC Entertainment, Winkast Film Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.9328
  • Languages: English, Italian

Cast & Crew

Robert Mitchum

Robert Mitchum

as Philip Marlowe

Sarah Miles

Sarah Miles

as Charlotte Sternwood

Richard Boone

Richard Boone

as Lash Cansino

Candy Clark

Candy Clark

as Camilla Sternwood

Joan Collins

Joan Collins

as Agnes Lazelle

Edward Fox

Edward Fox

as Joe Brody

John Mills

John Mills

as Inspector Carson

James Stewart

James Stewart

as General Sternwood

Oliver Reed

Oliver Reed

as Eddie Mars

Harry Andrews

Harry Andrews

as Norris

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Big Sleep (1978) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]

Official Trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Big Sleep?

The Big Sleep is a Crime, Mystery movie directed by . It was released on 1978-03-13.

Who are the main actors in The Big Sleep?

The main cast includes Robert Mitchum, Sarah Miles, Richard Boone, Candy Clark, Joan Collins, .

Where can I watch The Big Sleep online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Big Sleep is available.

Is The Big Sleep based on a true story?

Meet Philip Marlowe. The toughest private eye who ever wore a trench coat, slapped a dame and split his knuckles on a jawbone.

What is the IMDb rating of The Big Sleep?

The Big Sleep has an IMDb rating of 5.9/10 based on 87 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Big Sleep?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Big Sleep?

The soundtrack was composed by ITC Entertainment, Winkast Film Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Big Sleep filmed?

The Big Sleep was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Big Sleep?

The total runtime of The Big Sleep is 100 minutes.

Is The Big Sleep suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Big Sleep?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Big Sleep.

Does The Big Sleep have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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