Скачать или смотреть Columbo 1971 | “Murder by the Book” Episode Review & Criticism (Directed by Steven Spielberg)

Step back into classic TV history with our in‑depth review of Murder by the Book (September 15, 1971), the very first episode of Columbo Season 1. Directed by a young Steven Spielberg, this groundbreaking story follows mystery writer Ken Franklin (Jack Cassidy) as he murders his partner Jim Ferris (Martin Milner) to protect his career.

In this video, you’ll get a full episode summary, commentary on Spielberg’s stylish direction and Cassidy’s chilling performance, plus thoughtful criticism of the show’s formulaic structure, melodramatic touches, and underdeveloped supporting characters. Perfect for fans of vintage television, crime dramas, and TV history, this review highlights how Columbo reshaped the detective genre and set the stage for decades of inverted‑mystery storytelling.

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📚 References
Columbophile Blog – Episode Review

IMDb – User Reviews

Dirk de Klein – Columbo: Murder by the Book

YouTube – Deep Dive Review

Metacritic – Episode Overview

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