Movie · 1969
Is Marlowe based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Marlowe is based on the book The Little Sister by Raymond Chandler (1949).
The movie was released in 1969.
The book behind Marlowe
The Little Sister
by Raymond Chandler · first published 1949 · detective fiction
Novel by Raymond Chandler.
Common questions
Is Marlowe based on a book?
Yes. Marlowe is based on the book The Little Sister by Raymond Chandler (1949).
Who wrote the book Marlowe is based on?
The Little Sister was written by Raymond Chandler and first published in 1949.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Little Sister before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.
More screen adaptations of Raymond Chandler's books
- The Big Sleep (film, 1946)
- The Long Goodbye (film, 1973)
- Farewell, My Lovely (film, 1975)
- Murder, My Sweet (film, 1944)
- Lady in the Lake (film, 1946)
- The Big Sleep (film, 1978)