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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Episode review: Columbo and the Murder of a Rock Star
Ace lawyer Hugh Creighton doesn’t know what it’s like to be beaten in a legal tussle – but then, he never had to face Lieutenant Columbo until deciding to murder his cheating lover. So, who will win this clash of the titans? Let’s tune in to ‘Columbo and the Murder of a Rock Star’ to find out… Continue reading
In memoriam: the Columbo stars we lost in 2021
With every year that passes, the pool of Columbo supporting stars gradually diminishes. Here I chronicle the Columbo contributors we lost over the past 12 months. Continue reading
Yoohoo! Mr Franklin! Here’s an end-of-year update…
Season’s greetings to you all at the end of what has been a trying year at Columbophile HQ! Here’s the latest from me as the curtain falls on 2021… Continue reading
Just one more print run for famed Columbo portrait
Due to popular demand, and to mark the 50th anniversary of the debut of Columbo’s first season in 1971, a final 50 prints of the original Columbo painting from ‘Murder: A Self Portrait’ are now on sale. Continue reading
Celebrating Murder by the Book’s 50th anniversary
Why the 50th anniversary of the first airing of ‘Murder by the Book’ on September 15 is an event worth celebrating! Continue reading
New behind-the-scenes Columbo book on sale now!
The most significant Columbo book in decades is set for release this September. Here’s what’s in store, as well as info on how you can order your advance copy Continue reading
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