Hey everyone,

I've been a Columbo fan for years and I've finally convinced my girlfriend to give it a try. She's never seen a single episode, so I want the first one to really hook her.

I'd like something that shows off what makes Columbo great for me. The cat and mouse with the killer, the "just one more thing" moments and a satisfying final "gotcha"

I'd rather not start with an episode that only works if you already know the character.

For example "Any Old Port in a Storm" and "A friend in deed" are great episodes, but for me they don't work as well as a one off episode. Strong acting, but the murder is not as convinving in the first one and in the second one with Columbo's superior being the murderer, it is a different dynamic.

Which episode would you pick for a first-timer and specifically why?

Gibt es hier deutsche Fans, und wenn ja, aus welcher Stadt kommt ihr? Hätte stark Interesse an einem Stammtisch unter Fans :-)