Raymond Chandler (1888–1959)

Known For

Filmography

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Personal Details

Other Works:

Chandler's Marlowe stories were also adapted for radio on programs such as "The Lux Radio Theatre" and "Hollywood Startime." "The Adventures of Philip Marlowe" aired on CBS Radio from 1948- 1951. See more »

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Did You Know?

Personal Quote:

The motion picture is like a picture of a lady in a half-piece bathing suit. If she wore a few more clothes, you might be intrigued. If she wore no clothes at all, you might be shocked. But the way it is, you are occupied with noticing that her knees are too bony and that her toenails are too large... See more »

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Trivia:

Died midway through writing his last Philip Marlowe novel, "Poodle Springs," in 1959. More than three decades later, it was completed by Chandler admirer Robert B. Parker (author of the "Spenser" novels), and became a best-seller. See more »

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Star Sign:

Leo