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.

19781h 40m5.8(105 votes)

CrimeMystery

Synopsis

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

The Big Sleep (1978) is a crime and mystery film directed by Michael Winner. It stars Robert Mitchum, Sarah Miles, and Richard Boone. The film runs for 1 hour 40 minutes. Audiences have made it a mixed pick, with an average score of 5.8 out of 10 from 105 votes.

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Director

Michael Winner

Cast

Robert Mitchum

Philip Marlowe

Sarah Miles

Charlotte Sternwood

Richard Boone

Lash Cansino

Candy Clark

Camilla Sternwood

Joan Collins

Agnes Lazelle

Edward Fox

Joe Brody

John Mills

Inspector Carson

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Is The Big Sleep Worth Watching?

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Big Sleep

Where can I watch The Big Sleep?

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Who stars in The Big Sleep?

The Big Sleep stars Robert Mitchum, Sarah Miles, Richard Boone, and Candy Clark, and was directed by Michael Winner.

How long is The Big Sleep?

The Big Sleep has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes.

When did The Big Sleep come out?

The Big Sleep was released in 1978.

What genre is The Big Sleep?

The Big Sleep is a crime and mystery film.

Is The Big Sleep worth watching?

The Big Sleep holds an average audience score of 5.8 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.