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10 times Columbo should have been reported to his superiors
Just for fun / Opinion / Top 10

10 times Columbo should have been reported to his superiors

Posted on March 7, 2021 by columbophile • 60 Comments

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 →

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Columbo pilot ‘Ransom for a Dead Man’ turns 50!
Opinion / Pilot

Columbo pilot ‘Ransom for a Dead Man’ turns 50!

Posted on February 28, 2021 by columbophile • 67 Comments

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 →

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Episode review: Columbo Goes to College
Episode Guide / Opinion / Season 10 and beyond

Episode review: Columbo Goes to College

Posted on February 14, 2021 by columbophile • 172 Comments

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 →

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Thanks a lot, Sarge: RIP Bruce Kirby
Columbo News / Guest star / Tribute

Thanks a lot, Sarge: RIP Bruce Kirby

Posted on January 27, 2021 by columbophile • 12 Comments

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 →

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Public service announcement: Columbophile whereabouts
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Public service announcement: Columbophile whereabouts

Posted on January 24, 2021 by columbophile • 61 Comments

Apologies for the radio silence, gang. It’s been a tumultuous few weeks at Columbophile HQ… Continue reading →

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In memoriam: the Columbo stars we lost in 2020
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In memoriam: the Columbo stars we lost in 2020

Posted on January 1, 2021 by columbophile • 35 Comments

Despite the impressive longevity of a high proportion of its guest stars, sadly no year elapses without a number of Columbo contributors passing on. Let’s raise a glass to the Columbo stars we lost in 2020, and thank them for the indelible mark they left on our favourite show. Continue reading →

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Thanks for the memories: RIP William Link
Columbo News / Tribute

Thanks for the memories: RIP William Link

Posted on December 30, 2020 by columbophile • 21 Comments

A torrid year rounded out on a further low note for Columbo fans with the news that character co-creator William Link passed away on December 27. Here I offer a humble tribute to this goliath of TV production and creation. Continue reading →

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Columbo top 10 episodes as voted for by the fans: 2020 edition
Community / Opinion / Poll

Columbo top 10 episodes as voted for by the fans: 2020 edition

Posted on December 20, 2020 by columbophile • 170 Comments

As a brutal year limps to its conclusion in the hope of better things to come, the annual countdown of Columbo fans’ favourite episodes could be just the tonic to bolster flagging spirits. Can Any Old Port finally be toppled from its perch? Let’s find out… Continue reading →

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Five best moments from Columbo Playback
Episode highlights / Opinion / Season 4

Five best moments from Columbo Playback

Posted on December 13, 2020 by columbophile • 93 Comments

It’s an episode that tends to fly somewhat beneath the radar, but Season 4’s penultimate outing, Playback, still packs quite a punch. Here’s my take on the episode’s outstanding moments… Continue reading →

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The top 10 ‘new’ Columbo episodes – as voted by the fans
New Columbo episodes / Opinion / Poll

The top 10 ‘new’ Columbo episodes – as voted by the fans

Posted on November 22, 2020 by columbophile • 84 Comments

The fans have spoken and I can now reveal the most popular ‘new’ Columbo episodes of them all. Does your favourite from the 1989-2003 era make the list? Continue reading →

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