For dedicated fans - A must Watch
The Patrick McGoohan/Peter Falk combo is more than enough to make this episode worthwhile. Every moment they're on screen together is captivating.
McGoohan's high-powered lawyer is an intellectual match for Columbo but doesn't come off as overly obnoxious. He's a great foil to Columbo's casual, bumbling persona. Watching him try to dictate the pace of his interactions with the Lieutenant makes for great watching.
For Beginners - Skip for now
The ending is abrupt and unexpected in an unsatisfying way. The mind games and evidence Columbo uses to get gradually get into his target's head and make them trip up feel almost pointless. If you're just getting into the series, there's better episodes out there.
The Patrick McGoohan/Peter Falk combo is more than enough to make this episode worthwhile. Every moment they're on screen together is captivating.
McGoohan's high-powered lawyer is an intellectual match for Columbo but doesn't come off as overly obnoxious. He's a great foil to Columbo's casual, bumbling persona. Watching him try to dictate the pace of his interactions with the Lieutenant makes for great watching.
For Beginners - Skip for now
The ending is abrupt and unexpected in an unsatisfying way. The mind games and evidence Columbo uses to get gradually get into his target's head and make them trip up feel almost pointless. If you're just getting into the series, there's better episodes out there.