How many cards are in a standard deck? The short answer is 52, but a typical retail pack often includes two Jokers, bringing the total to 54 cards. This guide explains the structure of a standard playing-card deck, including suits, face cards, colors, Jokers, sizes, and common deck variations. It also gives brands, game publishers, wholesalers, and event planners practical guidance for designing, sourcing, packaging, and manufacturing custom playing cards.