Are these the funniest Columbo scenes of all?
69Although Columbo is a show about the darkest of human acts, part of its appeal lies in the sense of fun embodied in many episodes. Here I consider the series’ best laugh-out-loud moments…
The Bye-Bye Sky High IQ Murder Case
10 times Columbo should have been reported to his superiors
113Many a desperate killer has threatened to report Columbo to his superiors in order to afford themself breathing space as the investigation heats up. But what about those times when the Lieutenant’s actions actually warranted a complaint? That’s what we’re considering today…
Columbo top 10 episodes as voted for by the fans: the ultimate edition
180As a brutal year limps to its conclusion in the hope of better things to come, the annual countdown of Columbo fans’ favourite episodes could be just the tonic to bolster flagging spirits. Can Any Old Port finally be toppled from its perch? Let’s find out…
The 100 greatest Columbo scenes of the 70s, Part 9: 20-11
39It’s been a looooooong journey so far, but this is where things start to get really serious as we enter the top 20 of the 100 best Columbo scenes of the 70s. Which episodes are repping today? Let’s see…
The 100 greatest Columbo scenes of the 70s, Part 7: 40-31
18Six down and four to go! Today we count down from #40-31 in the Columbo top 100 scenes of the 70s and I can guarantee you it’s all hits, no filler. Check out the latest entries here…
The 100 greatest Columbo scenes of the 70s, Part 5: 60-51
18Even 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.
The 100 greatest Columbo scenes of the 70s, Part 3: 80-71
42You 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…
The 100 greatest Columbo scenes of the 70s, Part 2: 90-81
24Well folks, the ball is well and truly rolling now on the countdown to reveal the greatest Columbo scenes from 1968-78, so let’s dive in and savour #90-81 on the list…
Episode review: Columbo The Bye-Bye Sky High IQ Murder Case
256May 22, 1977 was a red-letter day in televisual history. It was the day the best-ever TV episode hit our screens; it was the day The Bye-Bye Sky High IQ Murder Case first aired. Just why is this a Columbo outing with no equal? Let’s find out…
7 Columbo spin-off ideas better than ‘Mrs Columbo’
81As TV shows go, the ill-conceived and ill-fated Mrs Columbo really takes the cake when it comes to alienating audiences. But Columbo featured enough terrific characters to have pulled off some wonderful spin-off series. Here I consider what might have been…
My top 10 favourite Columbo killers
117The 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.
Columbo top 10 episodes as voted by the fans: 2018 edition
120In what has become a charming annual tradition, in the middle of each year I fling open the proverbial doors to fellow Columbo fans and invite them to cast their votes for their single favourite episode. So for your viewing pleasure, here are fans’ top 10 Columbo episodes, as of August 2018. Is your fave here?
Make Me a Perfect Columbo: the 5 key steps to crafting a Columbo mystery
19If 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.
Columbo’s Halloween connections
32While there was never an actual Columbo Halloween episode, the show has enough spooky connections to warrant penning a seasonal special. Let’s check which of the show’s stars are horror icons in their own right.
6 life lessons I learnt from Lieutenant Columbo
24There’s a distinct lack of Columbo-themed professional development articles doing the rounds on LinkedIn, but here are some very real life lessons we can all learn from the good Lieutenant.
Columbo’s most handsome devils
30If 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.
Columbo top 10 episodes: as voted for by the fans
38US Presidential election race? Get real! The only votes that matter this year are the ones cast by fans to determine your very favourite Columbo episodes. And here they are. More popular than Hillary and Donald combined…
41 megastars you might not know graced Columbo
78From Mama Fratelli and Mr Miyagi to sexy vampiresses and Major League baseball stars – did you know that all these superstars appeared in Columbo?
Fallen angels: the Columbo victims that break the heart
73Considering the Columbo victims who really didn’t deserve their grisly fates, and whose on-screen demises leave the viewers dabbing their eyes with their hankies…
The Columbo legends we lost in 2015
5As is to be expected of a show that’s well over 40 years old, a number of much-loved Columbo characters have passed away over the past 12 months. For what it’s worth, here’s a very small tribute to the Columbo legends we lost in 2015.
Top 10 most sympathetic Columbo killers
144Many Columbo killers were vile toads who deserved their comeuppance, but not all. In some instances, we can understand why they were driven to murder. We might even like them and root for them. But which are the most worthy of our sympathy?
My top 10 favourite Columbo episodes
181Are these the 10 best Columbo episodes of all time? I certainly think so. Is your favourite here?
Theo Bikel: a tribute
10How Theo Bikel’s performance as Oliver Brandt in Columbo Bye-Bye Sky High IQ Murder Case was the genesis of my love for the show.
Top 10 best Columbo gotchas
137At their very best, the Columbo ‘gotcha’ can have the audience fist-pumping and whooping with glee as the killer realises they’re history. Here’s what I think are the 10 very best examples. Do you agree…?
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