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Episode review: Columbo Agenda for Murder
Episode Guide / New Columbo episodes / Opinion / Season 9

Episode review: Columbo Agenda for Murder

Posted on August 30, 2020 by columbophile • 165 Comments

Saints be praised! Columbo’s revival was given one of the biggest boosts imaginable when Patrick McGoohan returned to the show to star in and direct Agenda for Murder. Can it be as good as it sounds? Let’s find out… Continue reading →

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Seven times Columbo refers to his previous cases
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Seven times Columbo refers to his previous cases

Posted on March 17, 2019 by columbophile • 70 Comments

In-show references to Columbo’s previous cases are as rare as hen’s teeth, but they do occasionally surface. Here I chronicle the seven times we get a call back to the Lieutenant’s earlier adventures. Continue reading →

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My top 10 favourite Columbo killers
Killers / Opinion / Top 10

My top 10 favourite Columbo killers

Posted on December 16, 2018 by columbophile • 106 Comments

The 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. 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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Columbo’s most sensational cases
Killers / Opinion / Top 10

Columbo’s most sensational cases

Posted on July 19, 2015 by columbophile • 40 Comments

Columbo has bested some of he greatest criminal minds of his generation. But beyond that, he’s also brought down some of America’s highest profile and most-loved personalities. Here I consider what would rank as his most sensational cases. Continue reading →

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