The Big Deal: Raymond Chandler / Philip Marlowe Playing Cards

Step into the noir world of Raymond Chandler and his iconic detective Philip Marlowe with this officially licensed collectible deck, designed by Jack Brutus Penny. Inspired by The Big Sleep and The Long Goodbye, these decks bring the seedy glamour and morally grey characters of classic detective stories to your hands.

The decks feature fully custom artwork by acclaimed artists, including Ilias Kyriazis (inking) and Cris Peter (color), adapted from the graphic novel Trouble is My Business. 

Each card forms part of a murder-mystery narrative, with court cards depicting noir archetypes, from femme fatales to detectives, and all cards piecing together to tell a story.

Two editions are available during the Kickstarter campaign: Technicolor Edition: Explosive, vibrant tones create mood-driven suits. Custom card backs, card-face foiling, and detailed interior tuck box foiling add a luxurious finish. 

Noir Edition: Dark, gritty tones immerse you in the detective’s world. Silver card-face foiling and monotone card designs highlight the story and suits.

Also, collectors can purchase mixed sets (two of each edition), revealing full scenes when aligned side by side. 

Printed by KingStar and pledge starts at $22 on Kickstarter.