The Big Clock

A magazine editor finds himself caught in a deadly game of deception when he is framed for a murder committed by his tyrannical boss. He must race against time to clear his name and expose the real killer before the clock strikes midnight.

The Big Clock was a critical and commercial success, lauded for its suspenseful plot, sharp dialogue, and strong performances, particularly from Ray Milland and Charles Laughton. It is considered a classic of the film noir genre.

• Praised for its intricate plot and building suspense.

• Lauded for its sharp dialogue and effective noir atmosphere.

• Ray Milland's performance as the increasingly desperate protagonist is a highlight.

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Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay (Jonathan Latimer).

The film's title comes from the giant clock in the lobby of the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Building in New York City, which served as the exterior for the fictional crime magazine 'Crime Capital'.