Are these the funniest Columbo scenes of all?
68Although Columbo is a show about the darkest of human acts, part of its appeal lies in the sense of fun embodied in many episodes. Here I consider the series’ best laugh-out-loud moments…
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‘Just one more ring…’ examining the use of phone records in Columbo
51If you’ve ever been bamboozled by an apparent lack of consistency in use of phone records to nail villains in Columbo, this is the article you’ve been on hold for your whole life!
The 10 greatest Columbo scenes of the 70s – FINAL PART of the top 100
91The countdown of the top 100 Columbo scenes of the 70s officially ends here. Can you resist the urge to scroll all the way down to find out the number one before reading the rest?
The 100 greatest Columbo scenes of the 70s, Part 5: 60-51
18Even if you’ve seen every episode a million times, I can guarantee you’ll still take delight in the latest entries in the countdown of the 100 greatest Columbo scenes of the 70s.
Awards time: recognising the very best of 70s’ Columbo
86Now 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…
The Columbo stars we lost in 2018
29With the passing of another year, here I chronicle the Columbo stars and contributors we said ‘bon voyage’ to in 2018. May they live long in the memory…
My top 10 favourite Columbo killers
117The 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!
A word on Steven Bochco, Columbo contributor par excellence
7April 1 2018 struck a sombre note for Columbo fans with news that Steven Bochco had died at the age of 74 after a long battle with leukemia. Although small compared to his main body of work, Bochco’s Columbo contribution remains one of the most celebrated of all.
The Columbo stars we lost in 2017
7With every year that passes, the pool of Columbo supporting stars gradually diminishes, and 2017 was no different. Here I pay tribute to the Columbo guest stars we said ‘bon voyage’ to over the past 12 months.
Columbo: a year in review
23The good Lieutenant left our screens so many years ago that the idea of a Columbo year in review never occurred to me. However, there have...
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.
13 amazing Columbo roles for women aged 45+
54As a show, Columbo was notable for showcasing the skills of mature women – a demographic all too often underrepresented on the small and large screen. Here are 13 awesome examples of that from leading ladies aged 45+.
New art show to celebrate the women of Columbo
9Big fans of Peter Falk will be aware that it’s his birthday on 16th September. One London-based fan is marking that anniversary with an art exhibition celebrating the ‘Women of Columbo’ until 31 October.
Episode review: Columbo Double Shock
139In a series marked by twists and turns, Columbo Season 2 saved it’s biggest surprise till last, serving up an actual whodunnit with feuding identical twin brothers vying for contention as the Lieutenant’s number one suspect. But is Double Shock electrifying stuff, or just a shocker? Let’s find out…
Who’s the fairest of them all? Chronicling Columbo’s loveliest ladies
105Columbo was awash with devilishly handsome men and bewitchingly beautiful women. The latter take centre stage here as we consider Columbo’s loveliest leading ladies.
Gone but not forgotten: remembering the life of Peter Falk
32Photo and video highlights from the life of Peter Falk – including lots of magnificent Columbo moments! Gone but not forgotten…
Fallen angels: the Columbo victims that break the heart
73Considering the Columbo victims who really didn’t deserve their grisly fates, and whose on-screen demises leave the viewers dabbing their eyes with their hankies…
Columbo’s Oscars pedigree
45No silver screen accolade is more coveted than the Academy Award. And the stars of Columbo, both from in front of and behind the camera, have a shedload of Oscars between them – as well as nominations galore. Have a look here at Columbo’s Oscars pedigree. You might be surprised…
The very best Columbo supporting star appearances
47As well as the killers themselves, the supporting cast in many Columbo episodes was also world class. But who put in the very best support star guest appearances? Have a look at my thoughts…
The joy of a Columbo conversation
6If you’re a fan of Columbo, you won’t need me to tell you how nice it is to be able to spend some quality time with...
The Columbo killers we love to hate
75We encounter plenty of dirt bag murderers over the course of 69 episodes, but who are the absolute lowest of the low lives when it comes to Columbo killers? Let’s take a look…
My top 10 favourite Columbo episodes
180Are these the 10 best Columbo episodes of all time? I certainly think so. Is your favourite here?
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