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Monthly Archives: May 2018

Episode review: Columbo An Exercise in Fatality
Episode Guide / Opinion / Season 4

Episode review: Columbo An Exercise in Fatality

Posted on May 27, 2018 by columbophile • 233 Comments

Four months after Season 3 ended in thrilling style, Columbo burst back on to screens in the trim, taut and terrific form of An Exercise in Fatality. But how does it compare to all that’s come before it? Let’s turn back the clocks to September 15, 1974 and find out… Continue reading →

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What were Peter Falk’s favourite Columbo episodes?
About Columbo / Opinion

What were Peter Falk’s favourite Columbo episodes?

Posted on May 20, 2018 by columbophile • 79 Comments

Debating the merits of favourite Columbo episodes with a fellow fan is one of the most enjoyable pastimes ever. But have you ever wondered which episodes Peter Falk liked most? If so, your sleepless nights are at an end! Continue reading →

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Was George C. Scott actually in Columbo?
Guest star / Opinion / Season 7

Was George C. Scott actually in Columbo?

Posted on May 9, 2018 by columbophile • 18 Comments

Unpacking the myth that no less a luminary than George C. Scott had an uncredited role as a TV studio technician in 1978’s Make Me a Perfect Murder. Was he really there? Let’s find out… Continue reading →

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5 best moments from Columbo Greenhouse Jungle
Episode highlights / Opinion / Season 2

5 best moments from Columbo Greenhouse Jungle

Posted on May 5, 2018 by columbophile • 31 Comments

With Peter Falk in scintillating form and Ray Milland delivering an array of delicious put downs, The Greenhouse Jungle raises many smiles. But just what are its top 5 moments? My thoughts here… Continue reading →

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