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Five best moments from Columbo Playback
Episode highlights / Opinion / Season 4

Five best moments from Columbo Playback

Posted on December 13, 2020 by columbophile • 93 Comments

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 →

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The 100 greatest Columbo scenes of the 70s, Part 8: 30-21
Opinion / Top 100

The 100 greatest Columbo scenes of the 70s, Part 8: 30-21

Posted on July 9, 2020 by columbophile • 20 Comments

Ten 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… Continue reading →

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Suitable for Framing: win a Columbo work of art!
Artwork / Community / Memorabilia

Suitable for Framing: win a Columbo work of art!

Posted on October 31, 2019 by columbophile • 65 Comments

Here’s a piece of artwork Columbo fans will be desperate to get their fingerprints all over – a print of a magnificent painting created by the uber-talented Alistair Little. And here’s how you can win a copy of your own! Continue reading →

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The Columbophile blog: what’s in store?
Community / Opinion

The Columbophile blog: what’s in store?

Posted on June 16, 2019 by columbophile • 29 Comments

Here’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. Continue reading →

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The ultimate Columbo locations map
Community / Locations / Opinion

The ultimate Columbo locations map

Posted on June 2, 2019 by columbophile • 67 Comments

Now 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… Continue reading →

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Season 4: have we reached ‘peak Columbo’?
Opinion / Pilot / Season 1 / Season 2 / Season 3 / Season 4

Season 4: have we reached ‘peak Columbo’?

Posted on December 9, 2018 by columbophile • 92 Comments

Considering 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! Continue reading →

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Make Me a Perfect Columbo: the 5 key steps to crafting a Columbo mystery
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Make Me a Perfect Columbo: the 5 key steps to crafting a Columbo mystery

Posted on December 10, 2017 by Richard Weill • 19 Comments

If 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. Continue reading →

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13 amazing Columbo roles for women aged 45+
Guest star / Opinion / Top 10

13 amazing Columbo roles for women aged 45+

Posted on November 5, 2017 by columbophile • 51 Comments

As a show, Columbo was notable for showcasing the skills of mature women – a demographic all too often overlooked and underrepresented on the small and large screen. Here are 13 awesome examples of that from leading ladies aged 45+. Continue reading →

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Who’s the fairest of them all? Chronicling Columbo’s loveliest ladies
Guest star / Just for fun / Killers / Opinion / Top 10

Who’s the fairest of them all? Chronicling Columbo’s loveliest ladies

Posted on April 2, 2017 by columbophile • 76 Comments

Columbo was awash with devilishly handsome men and bewitchingly beautiful women. The latter take centre stage here as we consider Columbo’s loveliest leading ladies. Continue reading →

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A Lieutenant’s best friend: Columbo and Dog 
Guest star / Lieutenant Columbo / Tribute

A Lieutenant’s best friend: Columbo and Dog 

Posted on July 24, 2016 by columbophile • 26 Comments

Had a hard day? Then relax and enjoy the back story and image gallery of one of TV’s most enduring and heart-warming relationships: that of Columbo and Dog. Continue reading →

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