Following on from the ‘Best Of’ Awards article of last week, today we consider the lesser Columbo episodes and killers of the classic era, the moments that make us cringe and the characters that we’d gladly never see again. Continue reading
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Awards time: recognising the very best of 70s’ Columbo
Now 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… Continue reading
5 best moments from Columbo Publish or Perish
Although it’s often regarded as the lesser light of Jack Cassidy’s three Columbo outings, I actually think Publish or Perish is the uber-villain’s finest hour. But just what are its very, very finest scenes? Here’s what I reckon… Continue reading
Columbo full episode: Publish or Perish
Revel in one of the single finest TV episodes ever made – Jack Cassidy’s second turn as a Columbo killer in Publish or Perish. All together now: WHO? WHY? Continue reading
Seven times Columbo refers to his previous cases
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
My top 10 favourite Columbo killers
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
Columbo micro-story competition launched – will you publish or perish?
It’s time to dust off the vintage typewriter and channel your inner Jim Ferris/Abigail Mitchell in a new Columbo writing competition. Intrigued? Then read on! Continue reading
Publish or Perish: a second opinion
Former US prosecutor and regular guest blogger Rich Weill is back to share his opinion on Publish or Perish – an episode he describes as “one of the series’ great disappointments”. Can he be for real? Let’s see… Continue reading
Episode review: Columbo Publish or Perish
Consummate Columbo baddie Jack Cassidy was back for his second stint as a killer in Publish or Perish. Can it hope to match the excellence of his debut in Murder by the Book? Read on and find out… Continue reading
10 great booze-fuelled Columbo moments
When it comes to casual boozing, Columbo was in a world of its own. In the 70s especially, pretty much every character seemed to have a glass in hand. And with that in mind I give you 10 terrific booze-fuelled Columbo moments to raise a glass to. Continue reading
