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Peter Falk is back in all his rumpled, trenchcoat-wearing glory as police lieutenant Columbo in six captivating two-hour TV movies that aired between 1991-1993. Join the four-time Primetime Emmy® winner for “just one more thing” as he goes after sure-footed suspects with his offbeat wit, wily charm, and dogged persistence. Featuring such amazing guest stars as Faye Dunaway (Bonnie and Clyde), Penny Johnson Jerald (24), Little Richard, George Hamilton (Dynasty), Louis Herthum (The Last Exorcism) and Rip Torn (Men In Black), it’s a must-see-three-disc collection that will keep you on the edge of your seat with one of the mystery genre’s most beloved icons.
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161 of 165 people found the following review helpful
By R. Martin
The episodes mentioned by the previous reviewer aired from 1994 to 2003. The episodes which should be featured on this set are as follows:
1. "Caution: Murder Can Be Hazardous to Your Health" - Feb. 20, 1991 (with George Hamilton)
2. "Columbo and the Murder of a Rock Star" - April 29, 1991 (Dabney Coleman, Little Richard cameo)
3. "Death Hits the Jackpot" - Dec. 15, 1991 (Rip Torn, Gary Kroeger)
4. "No Time to Die" - March 15, 1992 (Joanna Going, Thomas Calabro)
5. "A Bird in the Hand" - Nov. 22, 1992 (Greg Evigan, Tyne Daly)
6. "It's All in the Game" - Oct. 31, 1993 (Faye Dunaway)
The next episode, "Butterfly in Shades of Grey" with William Shatner, was shown in Finland in Nov. 1993, but not in the US until Jan. 1994. I'm guessing it will appear on the final set, 1994-2003.
Of the above six, my favorites are 1, 3 and 6. But all of them are entertaining.
1. "Caution: Murder Can Be Hazardous to Your Health" - Feb. 20, 1991 (with George Hamilton)
2. "Columbo and the Murder of a Rock Star" - April 29, 1991 (Dabney Coleman, Little Richard cameo)
3. "Death Hits the Jackpot" - Dec. 15, 1991 (Rip Torn, Gary Kroeger)
4. "No Time to Die" - March 15, 1992 (Joanna Going, Thomas Calabro)
5. "A Bird in the Hand" - Nov. 22, 1992 (Greg Evigan, Tyne Daly)
6. "It's All in the Game" - Oct. 31, 1993 (Faye Dunaway)
The next episode, "Butterfly in Shades of Grey" with William Shatner, was shown in Finland in Nov. 1993, but not in the US until Jan. 1994. I'm guessing it will appear on the final set, 1994-2003.
Of the above six, my favorites are 1, 3 and 6. But all of them are entertaining.
31 of 31 people found the following review helpful
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Getting straight to the point, "No Time to Die" is the lesser installment in this six-episode compilation. "Columbo" rarely strayed from its formula. In most episodes during Act I, the murder and the murderer is revealed. For the rest of the show, it becomes a cat-and-mouse game between the detective and the culprit as the show reaches a satisfying conclusion, usually with Columbo solving the crime in a most unorthodox manner.
"No Time to Die" doesn't follow the pattern, with a kidnapping as the central focus of the plot. While this is different, the installment is rather slow-moving, with several questions left unanswered. However, it's still "Columbo" and any time a viewer gets to see Falk in his trademark role, it's worth a look.
With that said, the remaining episodes feature great performances from guests Emmy-winner-for-the-show Faye Dunaway, Tyne Daly (deserving of one), Greg Evigan, Steve Forrest, George Hamilton (second time as a murderer), Dabney Coleman, and a deliciously-evil Rip Torn.
The one with Daly, Evigan, and Forrest, by the way, features more than the usual single death, making it a landmark one in the long-running series' history.
No extras on the disc but each episode is presented in widescreen format, something that no previous compilation had.
"No Time to Die" doesn't follow the pattern, with a kidnapping as the central focus of the plot. While this is different, the installment is rather slow-moving, with several questions left unanswered. However, it's still "Columbo" and any time a viewer gets to see Falk in his trademark role, it's worth a look.
With that said, the remaining episodes feature great performances from guests Emmy-winner-for-the-show Faye Dunaway, Tyne Daly (deserving of one), Greg Evigan, Steve Forrest, George Hamilton (second time as a murderer), Dabney Coleman, and a deliciously-evil Rip Torn.
The one with Daly, Evigan, and Forrest, by the way, features more than the usual single death, making it a landmark one in the long-running series' history.
No extras on the disc but each episode is presented in widescreen format, something that no previous compilation had.
30 of 32 people found the following review helpful
By Thomas Almy
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I was disappointed to find these DVDs are widescreen format. Why? Well they were shot 4:3. To make them widescreen they cropped the top and bottoms of the images! Now I've got to decide between the recordings I made off of the TV (low quality but the entire image) or these cropped but higher quality shows. I'm not happy. Doing this sort of trick is about as bad as the Colorization fad some years ago. You might think the DVDs are modern, but you are getting less than you paid for!
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excellent
would have reviewed sooner but was unable to due to a website problem. Excellentt addition to my collection. Superb display packaging.
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Good quality CD
This CD is good quality with crisp picture and clear sound.
I have enjoyed watching it again and again with friends.
I have enjoyed watching it again and again with friends.
Published 1 month ago by Bonnie Sommers
5.0 out of 5 stars
So happy to get more episodes
Columbo is Columbo. The scripts, the acting, those wonderful pauses... I'm so happy to be able to get more episodes.
Published 1 month ago by Cathy Frank
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love them
We loved Columbo when he first appeared on Television, and we treasure these DVDs. Oh, and one more thing: the guest stars are a big part of the fun.
Published 1 month ago by John Peterson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love it
I love the columbia collection. It came fast, will packaged,but easy to open. Played well in my DVD player. The price was great to.
Published 2 months ago by katie p. lester
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All of these are Great
The same review for all of these.....the final pieces of my Columbo collection, now completed....if you love Columbo, you need all of these....
Published 2 months ago by Wizard
5.0 out of 5 stars
He's right up there with agatha christie
Enjoy taking a break and watching a good series. The new cop series do not even come close to Columbo. TV will miss you Colombo.
Published 2 months ago by Rita Marie Liebegott
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great quality videos
These videos are very good quality, especially for pre HD tv, and a must for the Columbo fan. Many thanks!
Published 2 months ago by Dennis W Myers
