Philip Marlowe

Philip Marlowe (1959-1960)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime, Mystery

Philip Marlowe was a 1959-1960 half-hour ABC crime series, featuring Philip Carey as Raymond Chandler's hard-boiled private detective.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 21:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E26You Kill Memars 29, 1960
S01E25Last Call for Murdermars 22, 1960
S01E24Murder is Dead Wrongmars 15, 1960
S01E23Murder is a Grave Affairmars 8, 1960
S01E22Murder by the Bookmars 1, 1960
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Philip Marlowe' premiere?

'Philip Marlowe' premiered on October 6, 1959.

Who played the role of Philip Marlowe in the TV show?

Philip Carey portrayed the character of Philip Marlowe.

What genre does the TV show 'Philip Marlowe' fall under?

'Philip Marlowe' is classified as a crime drama series.

Which famous detective character does Philip Marlowe resemble?

Philip Marlowe is often compared to the legendary detective, Sam Spade.

What city does Philip Marlowe operate in?

Philip Marlowe operates in Los Angeles, California.

Is 'Philip Marlowe' based on a book series?

Yes, 'Philip Marlowe' is based on the detective novels written by Raymond Chandler.

How many episodes were there in the TV show 'Philip Marlowe'?

'Philip Marlowe' had a total of 26 episodes.

Who was the creator of the TV show 'Philip Marlowe'?

Roy Huggins created the TV show 'Philip Marlowe'.

Did 'Philip Marlowe' receive any awards during its run?

No, 'Philip Marlowe' did not receive any major awards during its run.

Did 'Philip Marlowe' have a theme song?

Yes, 'Philip Marlowe' had a theme song titled "Private Eye."

What was the running time of each episode of 'Philip Marlowe'?

Each episode of 'Philip Marlowe' had a running time of approximately 30 minutes.

Did 'Philip Marlowe' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'Philip Marlowe' featured guest appearances from actors such as Angie Dickinson and Julie London.

Was 'Philip Marlowe' a popular TV show during its time?

Yes, 'Philip Marlowe' gained a significant following and had a dedicated fan base.

Did 'Philip Marlowe' have any spin-off shows or movies?

No, 'Philip Marlowe' did not have any spin-off shows or movies during its time.

What was the main premise of the TV show 'Philip Marlowe'?

'Philip Marlowe' followed the adventures of the private detective as he solved various cases in Los Angeles.

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