Television-related Playing Cards

Television has supplied subjects for playing cards and family games since the mid-20th century. Publishers issue licensed tie-ins, magazine freebies and broadcaster or sponsor promotions, covering children’s puppetry and cartoons through to drama, comedy and cult series. Formats include standard packs with photo stills, quartet and Happy Families sets, picture packs and branded give-aways. Subjects range from early BBC favourites and Gerry Anderson shows to Doctor Who, Twin Peaks and later franchises such as South Park, Adventure Time and Family Guy, with makers including Pepys, ASS, Carta Mundi and Winning Moves.