The Big Sleep
1946, English. Directed by Howard Hawks.
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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.
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Big Sleep isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Howard HawksDirector
- Humphrey BogartPhilip Marlowe
- Lauren BacallVivian Sternwood Rutledge
- John RidgelyEddie Mars
- Martha VickersCarmen Sternwood
- Louis Jean HeydtJoe Brody
- Charles WaldronGeneral Sternwood
- Regis ToomeyChief Inspector Bernie Ohls
- Sonia DarrinAgnes Lowzier (uncredited)
- Elisha Cook Jr.Harry Jones
- Bob SteeleLash Canino
- Dorothy MaloneAcme Bookstore Proprietress
- Peggy KnudsenMona Mars
Details
- Released
- 22 August 1946
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- William Faulkner, Leigh Brackett, Jules Furthman
- Budget
- $250K
- Box office
- $11M
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What The Big Sleep is based on
The Big Sleep is based on The Big Sleep, a 1939 novel by Raymond Chandler, published by Alfred A. Knopf.
Novel · 1939
The Big Sleep
By Raymond Chandler
Published by Alfred A. Knopf
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The Big Sleep: quick answers
Is The Big Sleep worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.6/10 from 1,217 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Big Sleep?
The Big Sleep runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Does The Big Sleep have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Big Sleep. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Big Sleep parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Big Sleep is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Big Sleep on?
The Big Sleep isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 3 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Big Sleep?
If you liked The Big Sleep, try Crooked House, A Walk Among the Tombstones, L.A. Confidential.
Who directed The Big Sleep?
The Big Sleep (1946) was directed by Howard Hawks and stars Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall, John Ridgely.
What is The Big Sleep based on?
The Big Sleep is based on The Big Sleep, a 1939 novel by Raymond Chandler, published by Alfred A. Knopf.