The Big Sleep
The picture they were born for!
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
- Genres: Mystery, Crime, Thriller
- Release Date: 1946-08-23
- Runtime: 114 minutes
- Rating: 7.595/10 (1067 votes)
- Budget: $250,000
- Revenue: $10,682,000
- Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 5.1596
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
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
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Trailers & Clips
Marlowe Follows Geiger From Acme Books
The Big Sleep Trailer (Modern)
Big Sleep, The
Very Small Favor - The Big Sleep (1946)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Big Sleep?▼
The Big Sleep is a Mystery, Crime, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1946-08-23.
Who are the main actors in The Big Sleep?▼
The main cast includes Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall, John Ridgely, Martha Vickers, Louis Jean Heydt, .
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?▼
The picture they were born for!
What is the IMDb rating of The Big Sleep?▼
The Big Sleep has an IMDb rating of 7.595/10 based on 1067 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Big Sleep?▼
The movie had a production budget of $250,000 and earned $10,682,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Big Sleep?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Warner Bros. Pictures. 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 114 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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