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
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
Apologies for the radio silence, gang. It’s been a tumultuous few weeks at Columbophile HQ… Continue reading
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
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
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
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
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
SAINTS BE PRAISED! The 50-year-old Columbo mystery surrounding the identity of the nude model from Suitable for Framing has finally and officially been put to bed! Continue reading
Murder in Malibu is one of the most derided Columbo episodes ever made. Could it be a case of ‘so bad it’s good’? Or is it simply so bad it’s terrible? With some trepidation, I invite you to join me for a closer look… Continue reading