Cinematography: Harry L. Wolf

Direction Nicholas Colasanto · John Cassavetes · Peter Falk

Cast Peter Falk · John Cassavetes · James Olson · Blythe Danner

Synopsis Columbo: Étude in Black (TV) (1972) follows the story of a cunning conductor who eliminates a talented pianist who is also his lover. Lieutenant Columbo is tasked with solving this intricate murder case.

Direction Leo Penn

Cast Peter Falk · Donald Pleasence · Joyce Jillson · Gary Conway

Synopsis Columbo: Any Old Port in a Storm (TV) (1973) follows the intricate tale of a sophisticated wine connoisseur who manages a prestigious California winery. The story unfolds as this individual resorts to murdering his younger half-brother to thwart his plans...

Direction Robert Butler

Cast Peter Falk · Martin Landau · Jeanette Nolan · Tim O'Connor

Synopsis Columbo: Double Shock (TV) (1973) follows the intriguing tale of a charismatic television chef and his identical twin, a stern and disciplined banker, who find themselves under scrutiny after their wealthy uncle meets a fatal end via electrocution. The plot...

Direction Jeremy Kagan

Cast Peter Falk · Robert Culp · Dean Jagger · James Gregory

Synopsis Columbo: The Most Crucial Game (TV) (1972) follows the intricate plot where the manager of a prominent football team orchestrates the murder of its inexperienced owner, cleverly staging the crime to resemble an accidental drowning in the victim's swimming pool....

Direction Hy Averback

Cast Peter Falk · Leonard Nimoy · Anne Francis · Nita Talbot

Synopsis Columbo: A Stitch in Crime (TV) (1973) follows the cunning plot of a surgeon who devises an intricate plan to eliminate his partner in a research project. However, his meticulous scheme is disrupted when a nurse begins to suspect his...

Direction Edward M. Abroms

Cast Peter Falk · Laurence Harvey · Lloyd Bochner · Jack Kruschen

Synopsis Columbo: The Most Dangerous Match (TV) (1973) follows the intricate plot of a chess grandmaster who eliminates his rival just before a crucial championship game. Lieutenant Columbo is tasked with navigating the complex web of deceit spun by this cunning...

Direction Richard Quine

Cast Peter Falk · Anne Baxter · Kevin McCarthy · Frank Converse

Synopsis Columbo: Requiem for a Falling Star (TV) (1973) centers around a once-renowned film star who, in her decline, resorts to murder. Lieutenant Columbo, a devoted admirer of her past work, is tasked with solving the crime.

Direction Boris Sagal

Cast Peter Falk · Ray Milland · Bob Dishy · Sandra Smith

Synopsis Columbo: The Greenhouse Jungle (TV) (1972) begins with Lieutenant Columbo investigating a kidnapping that quickly escalates into a homicide. The intricate plot revolves around a trust fund, meticulously managed by a man with a deep passion for orchids. As Columbo...

Direction Jack Webb · Robert M. Leeds · Dennis Donnelly · John Patterson

Cast Caskey Swaim · Edward Winter · William Jordan · Aldine King

Synopsis Project U.F.O. (TV Series) (1978) follows the journey of two dedicated investigators who are part of a clandestine U.S. Government initiative. Their mission is to delve into and scrutinize reported encounters with extraterrestrial beings and mysterious aerial phenomena.

Direction Edward M. Abroms

Cast Peter Falk · Roddy McDowall · Anne Francis · James Gregory

Synopsis Columbo: Short Fuse (TV) (1972) follows the intricate tale of a chemical plant director who finds himself on the receiving end of both threats and issuing them. One of the plant's employees, driven by unknown motives, constructs and places a...

Direction Richard Levinson · William Link · Patrick McGoohan · Ben Gazzara

Cast Peter Falk · J. P. Finnegan · Robert Culp · Michael Lally

Synopsis Columbo (TV Series) (1971) is a classic crime drama that aired from 1971 to 1978, spanning 12 seasons and 69 episodes. The show follows the adventures of Lieutenant Columbo, a seemingly disheveled and often underestimated police officer. His unassuming demeanor...

Direction Jeannot Szwarc

Cast Peter Falk · Vera Miles · Martin Sheen · Sian Barbara Allen

Synopsis Columbo: Lovely But Lethal (TV) (1973) delves into the world of beauty and deception as the creator of a revolutionary anti-aging cream finds themselves entangled in a web of murder. The astute Lt. Columbo is tasked with unraveling the mystery...

Direction Burt Brinckerhoff

Cast Bud Cort · Keir Dullea · Marcia Strassman · Kristoffer Tabori

Synopsis Brave New World (TV) (1980) presents a futuristic society where hedonism reigns supreme and moral dilemmas are non-existent. In this world, romantic love is forbidden, but casual encounters are actively promoted. The populace is kept content through the use of...

Direction Stephen J. Cannell · Don Medford · Bernard L. Kowalski · Robert Douglas

Cast Robert Blake · Tom Ewell · Michel D. Roberts · Ed Grover

Synopsis Baretta (TV Series) (1975) follows the adventures of a tough, street-smart, and unconventional police officer who operates undercover to tackle crimes. Known for his unique approach to law enforcement, he frequently employs disguises to infiltrate criminal networks. Assisted by his...

Direction Paul Henning · Joseph Depew · Richard Whorf · Robert M. Leeds

Cast Buddy Ebsen · Donna Douglas · Irene Ryan · Max Baer Jr.

Synopsis The Beverly Hillbillies (TV Series) (1962) follows the comedic misadventures of a wealthy hillbilly clan who relocates from the Ozarks to the affluent neighborhood of Beverly Hills. The series, which aired from 1962 to 1971, spans 9 seasons and 274...

Direction Clive Donner

Cast Don Adams · Sylvia Kristel · Rhonda Fleming · Dana Elcar

Synopsis The Nude Bomb (1980) follows the adventures of Maxwell Smart, who is summoned back into action to combat a nefarious foe. This antagonist has developed a formidable weapon with the power to obliterate clothing, causing widespread chaos and panic. Smart...

Direction Blanche Hanalis · William F. Claxton · Maury Dexter · Victor French

Cast Michael Landon · Melissa Gilbert · Karen Grassle · Melissa Sue Anderson

Synopsis Little House on the Prairie (TV Series) (1974) is a cherished television show that draws inspiration from Laura Ingalls Wilder's literary works. The series, which aired from 1974 to 1983, delves into the challenges and triumphs of a pioneering family...

Direction Ralph Levy · Charles Barton · Richard L. Bare · Guy Scarpitta

Cast Edgar Buchanan · Linda Henning · Bea Benaderet · Frank Cady

Synopsis Petticoat Junction (TV Series) (1963) follows the comedic escapades of the Bradleys, a family who runs the charming Shady Rest Hotel. Nestled in the quaint town of Hooterville, the series delves into the daily lives and humorous encounters of the...

Direction Don Weis

Cast Fred Gwynne · Al Lewis · Yvonne De Carlo · K.C. Martel

Synopsis The Munsters' Revenge (TV) (1981) follows the peculiar adventures of the Munster family as they find themselves entangled in a web of deception. The proprietor of a wax museum has a display honoring the Munsters, but his nefarious plans involve...

Direction Daniel Haller

Cast Michael Learned · Anne Baxter · Glynnis O'Connor · Claude Akins

Synopsis Little Mo (TV) (1978) presents the compelling life story of tennis legend Maureen Connolly, chronicling her remarkable journey as she becomes the first woman to achieve the unprecedented feat of winning all four Grand Slam titles in a single year....