S1·E1 Murder by the Book
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Aired September 15, 1971 76 min ★ 7.6/10 · 61 TMDB votes
Synopsis
One member of a mystery-writing-team decides to kill his more talented partner when the better writer decides to go solo.
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Director & writers
Steven SpielbergDirectorSteven BochcoWriter
Guest stars
Jack CassidyKen Franklin Barbara ColbyLilly La Sanka Bernie KubyMike Tucker Haven Earle HaleySecond Reporter Martin MilnerJim Ferris Hoke HowellSergeant Rosemary ForsythJoanna Ferris Lynnette MetteyGloria Jr. Marcia WallaceWomen Leon AltonTheatre Patron (uncredited) Frank BakerTheatre Patron (uncredited) Anitra FordWoman at Theatre (uncredited) Bobby GilbertTheatre Patron (uncredited) George GoldenTheatre Patron (uncredited) Paul KingTheatre Patron (uncredited) Joseph La CavaMedical Examiner (uncredited)
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 1 of Columbo air?
Season 1, Episode 1 ('Murder by the Book') originally aired on September 15, 1971.
How long is Season 1 Episode 1 ('Murder by the Book')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 76 minutes.
What happens in Columbo Season 1 Episode 1?
One member of a mystery-writing-team decides to kill his more talented partner when the better writer decides to go solo....