The Big Squeeze
1996, English. Directed by Marcus DeLeon.
Benny, a hapless grifter, is thrown off a train after cheating at cards, and into the life of Tanya, a lovely bartender. Tanya has been supporting her husband, a former ballplayer, since his accident, waiting for an insurance settlement that will solve all their financial woes. But when it comes, he refuses to share it with her, claiming with newfound piety that money is the root of all evil. She then enlists the help of Benny to concoct a scheme to get her fair share of the settlement, and he finds one: a local Catholic mission needs money for repairs and Benny decides to create a miracle that will encourage husband Henry to fork over the money - which Benny and Tanya will intercept and share.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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The Big Squeeze is streaming on Howdy in India.
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Cast & crew
- Marcus DeLeonDirector
- Lara Flynn BoyleTanya Mulhill
- Danny NucciJesse Torrejo
- Peter DobsonBenny O'Malley
- Luca BercoviciHenry Mulhill
- Michael ChieffoInspector
- Bert SantosManny
- Teresa DiSpinaCece
- Sam VlahosFather Sanchez
- Valente RodriguezFather Arias
- Raye BirkContractor
- Angelina EstradaMother Delores
- Janet MacLachlanBank Manager
Details
- Released
- 6 September 1996
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Marcus DeLeon
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The Big Squeeze: quick answers
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How long is The Big Squeeze?
The Big Squeeze runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does The Big Squeeze have a post-credits scene?
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The Big Squeeze parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Big Squeeze is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Big Squeeze on?
The Big Squeeze is streaming on Howdy in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Big Squeeze?
If you liked The Big Squeeze, try Bunraku, The Grifters, Scarecrow.
Who directed The Big Squeeze?
The Big Squeeze (1996) was directed by Marcus DeLeon and stars Lara Flynn Boyle, Danny Nucci, Peter Dobson.