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Dressed to kill: the 12 most stylish Columbo villains
Just for fun / Opinion / Top 10

Dressed to kill: the 12 most stylish Columbo villains

Posted on August 16, 2020 by columbophile • 34 Comments

Who put in the strongest claims to be considered the best-dressed Columbo killers of all? Let’s head to the catwalk and find out… Continue reading →

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The 100 greatest Columbo scenes of the 70s, Part 3: 80-71
Opinion / Top 100

The 100 greatest Columbo scenes of the 70s, Part 3: 80-71

Posted on June 21, 2020 by columbophile • 40 Comments

You know the drill by now: here are 10 more magical moments from Columbo’s classic era, selected by a panel of experts for your viewing pleasure. Dive in to see what treasures await… Continue reading →

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Does Mrs Columbo really exist?
About Columbo / Opinion

Does Mrs Columbo really exist?

Posted on November 17, 2019 by columbophile • 62 Comments

Every once in a while I’m stunned to encounter a Columbo fan who doubts the existence of the Lieutenant’s wife. Here I lay out the evidence for Mrs Columbo and pinpoint the moments that prove she’s the real deal. Continue reading →

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The 10 least satisfying Columbo ‘gotchas’ of the 70s
Opinion / Top 10

The 10 least satisfying Columbo ‘gotchas’ of the 70s

Posted on September 22, 2019 by columbophile • 108 Comments

You can’t beat a good Columbo ‘gotcha’, but not every episode packs a punch when it matters most. Here I consider the 10 least satisfying Columbo gotchas of the 70s. What do YOU think? Continue reading →

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Summing up Columbo’s fifth season
Opinion / Pilot / Season 1 / Season 2 / Season 3 / Season 4 / Season 5

Summing up Columbo’s fifth season

Posted on August 4, 2019 by columbophile • 35 Comments

From the sublime to the ridiculous, Columbo’s fifth season can perhaps best be described as a roller coaster ride. But how does it compare overall to what’s come before it? Let’s take a closer look… Continue reading →

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Getting away with murder: 10 Columbo killers who’ll never do jail time
Just for fun / Killers / Opinion / Top 10

Getting away with murder: 10 Columbo killers who’ll never do jail time

Posted on February 10, 2019 by columbophile • 138 Comments

Despite the Lieutenant’s unmatched deductive prowess, there’s no way all of his arrests will have led to convictions. Here I consider 10 high-profile Columbo killers who would absolutely, positively not be going to jail – even though they’re guilty as sin. 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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Columbo’s most handsome devils
Guest star / Just for fun / Killers / Opinion / Top 10

Columbo’s most handsome devils

Posted on April 9, 2017 by columbophile • 29 Comments

If you like a bit of eye candy when you’re watching Columbo, get ready to phwoooar away to your heart’s content as we consider the show’s most devilishly handsome hombres. Continue reading →

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Who’s the best: Cassidy, Culp or McGoohan? You decide!
Killers / Opinion / Poll

Who’s the best: Cassidy, Culp or McGoohan? You decide!

Posted on November 6, 2016 by columbophile • 50 Comments

Amidst 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… Continue reading →

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41 megastars you might not know graced Columbo
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41 megastars you might not know graced Columbo

Posted on April 30, 2016 by columbophile • 65 Comments

From Mama Fratelli and Mr Miyagi to sexy vampiresses and Major League baseball stars – did you know that all these superstars appeared in Columbo? Continue reading →

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