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The last Philip Marlowe novel by Raymond Chandler, published in 1958, was adapted from an unproduced screenplay he had written several years earlier.
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Playback ranks #183 of 183 in the Detective Novel ranking, behind The Maidens.
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How good is Playback?
Playback scores 5.86/10 (Mediocre) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Detective Novel category. Late Chandler with reduced energy and recycled screenplay origins; usually ranked near the bottom of Marlowe novels.
What are the best alternatives to Playback?
See our alternatives page for Playback for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Five Little Pigs, Red Harvest, The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes.
How does Playback compare to Five Little Pigs?
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Is Playback worth it in 2026?
With a score of 5.86/10, Playback is a solid option in Detective Novel. See all Detective Novel ranked.
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