Columbo Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1971 · ABC, NBC · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About Columbo
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Columbo have?
Columbo has 10 seasons and 67 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 15, 1971 to January 30, 2003.
Is Columbo renewed, ended, or canceled?
Columbo has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Columbo?
It takes 97h 14m (5834 minutes) to watch the complete run of Columbo. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 49 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 97.2 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 49 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Columbo?
The highest-rated episode is Season 3, Episode 8 ("A Friend in Deed"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.1/10 based on 34 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Columbo?
Columbo is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Peacock Premium Plus. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Columbo?
Columbo has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in Columbo?
The primary ensemble cast includes Peter Falk as Lt. Columbo (age 83 (deceased)), John Finnegan as Barney (age 85 (deceased)), Bruce Kirby as Sergeant Kramer (age 95 (deceased)), Mike Lally as Security Guard (uncredited) (age 84 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Peter Falk | Lt. Columbo | 83 (deceased) |
| John Finnegan | Barney | 85 (deceased) |
| Bruce Kirby | Sergeant Kramer | 95 (deceased) |
| Mike Lally | Security Guard (uncredited) | 84 (deceased) |
| Shera Danese | Trish Fairbanks | 76 |
| Vito Scotti | Thomas Dolan | 78 (deceased) |
| Ed McCready | Ed | 72 (deceased) |
| Robert Culp | Paul Hanlon | 79 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Columbo are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.