Details You Missed in 'Columbo'

Columbo was one of the finest TV detectives to ever grace the small screen. Sure we never knew his full name - at least officially - but he had an unbeatable personality and an eye for cracking even the coldest, hardest cases.

He became the iconic model that future generations of TV sleuths would be modeled after. His trench coat became emblematic of his profession even. Throughout the shows 3 decades on the air, there were quite a few special guest-stars that would later go on to be big shots in the entertainment industry. Additionally, many of the props used throughout the series have familiar origins that are begging for trivia lovers to find out their secrets.

If Columbo watched the show that carried his name, hopefully, he would discover some of the little-known facts that we are going to share with you in this video. Some of these Easter Eggs and secrets take a keen eye on the lookout for such visual treasures. Others are a little more obvious.

Come on this journey with us as we get to the bottom of one of the biggest mysteries in TV history. What exactly was Columbo's first name? Although it was never said out loud, if you do a little bit of detective work, you can find some leads that might lead you in the right direction.

Whether you are a fan of Columbo or if you've only seen a few reruns here and there, you'll be sure to enjoy this facts-packed episode. You might even see some familiar faces that you didn't expect to see. Also, make sure to tell us in the comments section who you think was the superior TV sleuth; Columbo or Jim Rockford. Do us a favor and show us a little support by liking this video and subscribing to our channel.

Details You Missed in Columbo
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[redfeathersa]

I could watch a Columbo episode for the 30th time in 50 years and it will never get old, never tire, and still seem fresh, new and real as it was when it first seen & came out !! Columbo all the way!

[wizardsuth]

Peter Falk had a glass eye, and for years people wondered whether Columbo also had a glass eye. The question was resolved in the episode "A Trace of Murder" when a fellow investigator offers to help Columbo and he replies, "That'll be good. You and me together, Pat. Three eyes are better than one."

[paulburchell]

Columbo... possibly the most polite, kind and sharpest person that ever graced our tv screens..Much respect and RIP Mr Falk.x

[armenianchik]

I can't believe they even asked that question?! You can't compare Columbo with anyone else! He is an a league all on his own!😍

[ScottGSouth]

Often overlooked are two of my favorite other Columbo mantras: "Say, dis is some terrific house you have here! Uhm, how much would a house like this cost?" and... "Wait till I tell my wife about dis!"

[artmish]

I don't know about the rest of us here but I say Jack Cassidy was the best villain in the Columbo episodes...especially as the Great Santini

[conniereese]

My husband and I just finished binge watching Columbo. Definitely our favorite TV detective!

[pennywiser]

I still watch Columbo for its phenomenal era of intricate furnishings, ornaments, beautiful woods and a classiness in acting, apparel, dining, fine wines and storytelling which is now extinct. There’s no other show in the history of television like Columbo

[HeronCoyote]

My two favorite episodes were “Any Old Port in a Storm”, with Donald Pleasance, and “Try and Catch Me”, with Ruth Gordon.
This video brought back so many memories.

[Delace]

“Columbo” stands alone.
The “older” Columbo series in the 70’s were much better, and are classics.
“Just one more thing”...
Thank you Peter Falk for your ingenious portrayal of “Columbo.”

[jerico]

Actually, Columbo premiered in 1968, with a 90 minute TV movie about a doctor who murders his wife. The continuing 90 minute episodes then began as part of a rotating anthology mystery series in 1971.

[katmandu]

Colombo is the best. Everyone underestimates him. Some assume he's a bum until he shows his badge.. It's the little details that he hones in on that usually solves the case. He's an all around good guy.

[ianthompson]

I love the episode with Johnny Cash when he killed his Christian wife in a plane crash. It starts with Johnny Cash singing "I saw the light"

[mariannanemeth]

I grew up watching Columbo! He's my absolute favorite! Always been, always will be!

[mariannanemeth]

Never get tired of watching Columbo! He was in my life when I was a 10 year old and still enjoy all the episodes in my fifties. Thank you lieutenant!

[weyrunner]

Why am I going to hit the "LIKE" button before we even get started?

[louiseadderholdt]

I bought the entire series so that I can watch them anytime I want to. I have binge-watched them, too! I watched four on TV today. Just one more thing: Columbo was the best of the TV detectives.

[Hsu]

I had the great honor of lighting Peter Falk’s cigar back when I was a young college student working at a movie theater in Santa Monica. An iconic memory for me. “Ya gotta light?”

[yammychops]

Columbo is wonderful, the pilot episode Prescription Murder is the best pilot episode ever made, Johnny Cashs Swan Song is brilliant, Roddy Mcdowells Short Fuse was a gem, All episodes with Jack Cassidy in them were the best though, sad Jack died in a tragic fire so young....RIP Lietenant, and thank you.

[royschering]

Columbo was unique. Most detective mysteries involve the audience in the quest to find "who done it", often leaving obscure clues along the way that the masterful detective ferrets out and presents in the big reveal. With Columbo there is never any doubt about "who done it" from the beginning. The attraction of the show is watching how Columbo will outwit the killer (even when the killer is a genius).