Thanks a lot, Sarge: RIP Bruce Kirby
14He 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.
By Dawn’s Early Light
10 of Peter Falk’s sexiest Columbo moments
52Guest blogger Kat Johnson provides her very hot takes on Peter Falk’s sexiest Columbo moments. Get ready to swoon!
Five best moments from By Dawn’s Early Light
42While it’s a bit more straight-faced than the average Columbo, there is no shortage of magical moments in By Dawn’s Early Light, which welcomed Patrick McGoohan to the series. My personal episode highlights are chronicled here…
The 100 greatest Columbo scenes of the 70s, Part 8: 30-21
20Ten more magnificent moments await as we creep inexorably closer to unveiling the greatest Columbo moment of them all. What’s in store? Let’s see…
The 100 greatest Columbo scenes of the 70s, Part 4: 70-61
25Welcome back to 10 more of the most enjoyable moments ever committed to celluloid as the countdown of the 100 greatest Columbo scenes of the 70s continues at pace. Today we’re looking at #70-61 on the list…
Columbo book review: The Dean’s Death
20Although few fans realise it, beyond the boundaries of the television screen exist canonical Columbo adventures in printed form – some of which are really rather good. Here I review ‘The Dean’s Death’, written by Alfred Lawrence and first published in 1975.
Awards time: recognising the very best of 70s’ Columbo
85Now we’ve worked our way through 45 classic Columbo episode reviews it’s time to celebrate all that’s good about the 70s’ series at a lavish awards ceremony! Fancy…
Top 10 Columbo killers: as voted by the fans!
52Some we love, others we love to hate but just who are Columbo fans’ absolute favourite series’ murderers? Thousands of votes have been cast, so let’s see who’s on your list…
The Columbophile blog: what’s in store?
29Here’s a little sneak preview of some of the Columbo goodies lying in store for readers of the blog – plus some things I need reader assistance with, including talented artists and a 70s’ car enthusiast.
The ultimate Columbo locations map
89Now this really is good! The ultimate Columbo locations map is your definitive source for the real-life locations from Columbo. Dive in! You won’t regret it…
13 times Columbo was seen out of ‘uniform’
21Chronicling the occasions when Lieutenant Columbo was seen wearing outfits other than his regular shabby suit and raincoat. How many do you remember?
My top 10 favourite Columbo killers
114The line-up of Columbo killers makes for the very best sort of rogues’ gallery, with everyone from college kids to lovable grandmas represented. But have you ever stopped to think who your absolute favourite Columbo killers are? That’s the journey of discovery I’ve been on here.
Season 4: have we reached ‘peak Columbo’?
93Considering whether Season 4 truly marks the high water mark for Columbo as a show, and assessing the best season overall based on the consistent quality of its episodes. Dive in!
Episode review: Columbo By Dawn’s Early Light
184October 27, 1974 was a BIG DAY in Columbo circles: it was the day Patrick McGoohan made his series’ debut in By Dawn’s Early Light. Is it a full-blooded hero of an episode, or the televisual equivalent of a pathetic Boodle Boy? Read on, soldier!
Make Me a Perfect Columbo: the 5 key steps to crafting a Columbo mystery
19If you’ve ever had ambitions of penning a Columbo mystery yourself, here are the crucial ingredients you need to get right to make it a success. Excellent, informed commentary from guest blogger – and former US Prosecutor – Richard Weill.
Who’s the best: Cassidy, Culp or McGoohan? You decide!
50Amidst an ocean of talent, three Columbo guest star killers loom large above all others: the great triumvirate of Jack Cassidy, Robert Culp and Patrick McGoohan. Who’s the best? You decide…
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