The best Columbo lookalikes
Which Columbo character is a dead-ringer for a member of The Muppets? And which could effortlessly deputise for Donald Trump at a press photo call? Let’s take a look…
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Columbo episode review – Caution: Murder Can Be Hazardous to Your Health
Boasting the longest title of any Columbo episode, Caution: Murder Can Be Hazardous to Your Health first aired on February 20, 1991. Starring George Hamilton as murderous TV host Wade Anders, is it a delicious slice of perma-tanned goodness, or a chain-smoking horror of an episode? Let’s take a closer look… Continue reading
Status update – May 2021
Quick update on the latest situation with my dear daughter’s condition and the future of the blog. Continue reading
Columbophile blog: important notice
I’m afraid it has been a tough time for all at Columbophile HQ and the blog will remain on the backburner for the foreseeable future. Continue reading
The most chilling Columbo murders of them all
Columbo was a pretty family-friendly show that rarely made for unsettling viewing. However, the series sometimes dropped stark reminders of what a foul and terrifying business murder really is – and that’s what we’re considering today… Continue reading
Five best moments in A Deadly State of Mind
The parting shot of Columbo’s stellar fourth season, A Deadly State of Mind arguably tops few fans’ favourite episode lists, but it remains a strong entry into the canon nevertheless. Just what are its highest highs? Time for a closer look… Continue reading
10 times Columbo should have been reported to his superiors
Many a desperate killer has threatened to report Columbo to his superiors in order to afford themself breathing space as the investigation heats up. But what about those times when the Lieutenant’s actions actually warranted a complaint? That’s what we’re considering today… Continue reading
Columbo pilot ‘Ransom for a Dead Man’ turns 50!
Revisiting the official Columbo pilot episode Ransom for a Dead Man, which first aired 50 years ago on March 1st, 1971. Revel in its majesty and watch the episode in full right here! Continue reading
‘Just one more ring…’ examining the use of phone records in Columbo
If you’ve ever been bamboozled by an apparent lack of consistency in use of phone records to nail villains in Columbo, this is the article you’ve been on hold for your whole life! Continue reading
Episode review: Columbo Goes to College
Almost seven months after the debacle of Murder in Malibu, the Lieutenant stormed back onto screens with the seeming intent of educating a new generation of sceptical viewers in Columbo Goes to College. An A+ episode, or a certain flunk? Let’s see… Continue reading
Thanks a lot, Sarge: RIP Bruce Kirby
He may not have the highest profile or have played a major role, but Bruce Kirby was nevertheless Columbo royalty. Here I chronicle the contribution he made to the series over a period of more than 20 years. Continue reading