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Storyline

Relying on his wits, instinct, gun and whiskey private detective Philip Marlowe solves many of Los Angeles' worst crime cases during the 1930s. His style is sarcastic, his methods are unorthodox, his charm is adored by the ladies, his meddling is hated by the local cops, his wallet is often times empty and his skull is hardened by the many unexpected blows received in the dark. Despite his low social status, his constant drinking and the lowly company he keeps Philip Marlowe has very high moral standards and a very developed sense of justice. Often times he lends a helping hand to those in need who are at the bottom of society and also to tear-eyed attractive ladies in distress who can gift him a kiss and a drink. The crime mystery series are adapted from Raymond Chandler's short stories.

Country: United Kingdom

Type: scripted

Status: Ended

Language: English

Release Date: April 16, 1983

Also Known As: Marlowe, Philip Marlowe, détective privéPhilip Marlowe, Detectiv Particular, 私立探偵フィリップ・マーロウ, Philip Marlowe, Private Eye, Philip Marlowe, detective privato, Philip Marlowe, Philip Marlowe esetei, Επιθεωρητής Μάρλοου, Филип Марлоу: Частный детектив |  See more »

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Company Credits

Production Co: David Wickes TV, Home Box Office (HBO), London Weekend Television (LWT), Paragon Motion Pictures

Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

1983 | 5 Episodes

Season 2

1986 | 6 Episodes

Awards

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ACE 1983

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ACE

Actor in a Dramatic Presentation

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ACE

Art Direction in a Dramatic Presentation

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ACE

Directing a Dramatic Presentation

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Winner

ACE

Lighting in a Dramatic Presentation - Film

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ACE

Program Series - Dramatic Presentation: 60 Minutes or Less

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ACE

Single Program - Dramatic Presentation: 60 Minutes or Less

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ACE

Costume Design in a Dramatic Presentation

Edgar 1984

Nominee

Winner

Edgar

Best Television Episode

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