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The Big Sleep (1946)

Movie116minsRated M

IMDb7.9/ 10CTV score7.7/ 10

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About The Big Sleep

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.

Year
1946
Genres
Drama, Mystery, Thriller, Crime
Runtime
116mins
Rated
M
Director
Howard Hawks
Top cast
Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall, John Ridgely, Martha Vickers, Dorothy Malone

The Big Sleep release dates in Australia

First release (worldwide)

Release dates: TMDB.

Cast and crew of The Big Sleep

  • Humphrey Bogartas Philip Marlowe
  • Lauren Bacallas Vivian Sternwood Rutledge
  • John Ridgelyas Eddie Mars
  • Martha Vickersas Carmen Sternwood
  • Louis Jean Heydtas Joe Brody
  • Charles Waldronas General Sternwood
  • Regis Toomeyas Chief Inspector Bernie Ohls
  • Sonia Darrinas Agnes Lowzier (uncredited)
  • Elisha Cook Jr.as Harry Jones
  • Bob Steeleas Lash Canino
  • Dorothy Maloneas Acme Bookstore Proprietress
  • Peggy Knudsenas Mona Mars
  • Charles D. Brownas Norris the Butler
  • Trevor Bardetteas Art Huck (uncredited)
  • Joy Barlowas Taxi Driver (uncredited)
Director
Howard Hawks
Screenplay
Jules Furthman, Leigh Brackett, William Faulkner, Howard Hawks
Novel
Raymond Chandler
Producer
Howard Hawks
Original Music Composer
Max Steiner
Director of Photography
Sidney Hickox

Cast and crew: TMDB.

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Is The Big Sleep on Netflix in Australia?

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Can I watch The Big Sleep for free in Australia?

No, The Big Sleep is not on a free service in Australia right now. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV from $2.99.

Can I rent or buy The Big Sleep in Australia?

Yes, you can rent or buy The Big Sleep in Australia on Apple TV (rent from $2.99, buy from $14.99).