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Philip Marlowe (1959): cast, story & where to watch

1959 · Series · ★ 7.5

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Released in 1959, Philip Marlowe is a drama series.

What it’s about. Philip Marlowe is a 1959-1960 half-hour ABC crime series, featuring Philip Carey as Marlowe, the fictional detective originally created by Raymond Chandler. The private detective Marlowe of Carey, departed very much from the original character. The show first aired October 6, 1959 with the episode: "The Ugly Duckling" with Virginia Gregg and Rhys Williams.

Who’s in it. Philip Marlowe stars Philip Carey as Philip Marlowe, Ed Kemmer, John Dehner and Kathryn Card, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Philip Marlowe has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Philip Marlowe page.

If you liked it. Fans of Philip Marlowe tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Philip Marlowe (1959)?
In US, Philip Marlowe is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Philip Marlowe worth watching?
Philip Marlowe holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Philip Marlowe?
Philip Marlowe stars Philip Carey, Ed Kemmer, John Dehner, Kathryn Card and Yvonne Craig.
When was Philip Marlowe released?
Philip Marlowe was released in 1959.