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The 100 greatest Columbo scenes of the 70s, Part 5: 60-51
Opinion / Top 100

The 100 greatest Columbo scenes of the 70s, Part 5: 60-51

Posted on June 28, 2020 by columbophile • 18 Comments

Even 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. Continue reading →

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The Columbo Razzies: recalling the lowest lows of the 70s’ era
Just for fun / Opinion

The Columbo Razzies: recalling the lowest lows of the 70s’ era

Posted on March 15, 2020 by columbophile • 106 Comments

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
Just for fun / Opinion

Awards time: recognising the very best of 70s’ Columbo

Posted on March 8, 2020 by columbophile • 85 Comments

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 →

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Vote for your favourite Columbo killer!
Just for fun / Killers / Opinion / Poll

Vote for your favourite Columbo killer!

Posted on March 10, 2019 by columbophile • 75 Comments

Columbo owes its success as much to the wonderfully cast and charismatic killers as it does to the enduring greatness of Peter Falk. But which of the show’s murderers is the ultimate fan favourite? I’ll leave that up to you to decide… Continue reading →

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5 best moments from Columbo Short Fuse
Episode highlights / Opinion / Season 1

5 best moments from Columbo Short Fuse

Posted on December 3, 2017 by columbophile • 16 Comments

Even if Short Fuse isn’t one of Columbo’s finest hours, it still has several terrific scenes to reward the keen viewer. Here’s my take on the top 5 episode highlights. Continue reading →

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When Columbo goes to court: a second opinion
Just for fun / Killers / Opinion

When Columbo goes to court: a second opinion

Posted on May 20, 2017 by columbophile • 18 Comments

You want absolutely unscientific predictions on which Columbo killers would’ve been found guilty in court? You got ’em right here! Continue reading →

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What happens when Columbo’s cases go to court?
Killers / Opinion / Pilot / Season 1 / Season 2

What happens when Columbo’s cases go to court?

Posted on May 17, 2017 by Richard Weill • 35 Comments

Former US prosecutor Rich Weill gives some expert insight on what would need to happen in court for Columbo’s cases to conclude with a conviction of guilt. Continue reading →

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WANTED: for (fashion) crimes against humanity
Just for fun / Opinion / Top 10

WANTED: for (fashion) crimes against humanity

Posted on January 15, 2017 by columbophile • 38 Comments

The fashion police have rounded up some of Columbo’s worst dressed guest stars, and put them in the dock. Will a jury convict them for fashion crimes against humanity? Read on and find out. Continue reading →

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Episode review: Columbo Short Fuse
Episode Guide / Opinion / Season 1

Episode review: Columbo Short Fuse

Posted on July 10, 2016 by columbophile • 90 Comments

With the zany Roddy McDowall having a blast as the killer, and fashions on display that induce strokes, Short Fuse is certainly a high-energy addition to the series. But is it any good? Read on and find out… Continue reading →

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