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Columbo

1971-09-15 · Runtime unavailable · ★ 8.1

Crime · Drama · Mystery

Columbo is a friendly, verbose, disheveled-looking police detective who is consistently underestimated by his suspects. Despite his unprepossessing appearance and apparent absentmindedness, he shrewdly solves all of his cases and secures all evidence needed for indictment. His formidable eye for detail and meticulously dedicated approach often become clear to the killer only late in the storyline.

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Creators
William Link, Richard Levinson
Production companies
Universal Television, Studios USA, Universal Television Entertainment, NBC Studios
Countries
United States of America
Status
Ended

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Peter FalkPeter FalkLt. Columbo

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