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Reviewed by Matthew D 10 / 10

Peter Falk and Lee Grant deliver a perfect

Peter Falk and Lee Grant deliver a perfect mystery film! Director Richard Irving's murder mystery Ransom for a Dead Man (1971) is riveting and such a great sequel to Prescription: Murder. Irving's direction hinges on the smart dialogue as he lets us absorb all the information and observe Columbo find clues in missed details that make no sense until he deduces how the killer set up the kidnapping. Edward M. Abroms' editing leans into close-up and medium shots of suspicious faces and cautious glares. I love cinematographer Lionel Lindon's wide shots of rooms, so we're always aware of where Columbo is relative to a suspect or clue. Peter Falk in his usual slouching and waddling form as the ultra observant and cunning Lieutenant Columbo. Peter Falk is so fascinating and entertaining to watch his gaze change from figuring out the kidnapping case to realizing he needs to solve a murder. Lee Grant's breathtaking murderess is smart and shrewd, but misses early clues that Columbo already suspects her when he walks in the front door. He quickly looks around and notices her strange words and habits and he mentally is already building a case against her. Harold Gould is great as the clueless policeman. Patricia Mattick is lovely and moving as the daughter of the murder victim, who immediately realizes her evil step-mother is actually the culprit. Writers Richard Levinson, William Link, and Dean Hargrove provide a crafty case for Columbo involving a gunshot from a chair, a fake ransom note, a plane ride, and an empty bag. It's all riveting and your attention is glued to Peter Falk and Lee Grant's marvelous acting. Billy Goldenberg's lively score is as playful as Columbo's careful accusations. In short, Ransom for a Dead Man is endlessly entertaining and cleverly written for an engaging 95 minutes. Peter Falk and Lee Grant can do no wrong.

Reviewed by Robert K 8 / 10

Ransom for a Dead Man, starring Peter Falk

Ransom for a Dead Man, starring Peter Falk as the iconic Lt. Columbo, is a classic example of the detective’s unhurried brilliance. Having grown up watching reruns of Columbo, revisiting this one felt like slipping into a familiar, comfortable chair. The slow pacing and deliberate storytelling work perfectly here—since the killer is revealed right from the start, the real pleasure comes from watching Columbo methodically unravel the truth. Yes, it’s definitely a product of its time, with a style and tone that may feel outdated to modern audiences. But in an era dominated by fast cuts and CGI spectacles, this old-school mystery is a refreshing change of pace. A great recommendation for a quiet afternoon when you want something thoughtful rather than flashy.

Reviewed by Donald A 7 / 10

You got lucky," says Lee Grant's murderer at

"You got lucky," says Lee Grant's murderer at the end of the film to Peter Falk's Columbo. In some ways, that's an acceptable description of the events that occurred in this episode. Columbo haphazardly finds someone willing to aid him in his scheme, and without this, his hands are tied. This is the second of two pilots made before the series officially started. The other was "Prescription: Murder". The entire cast of that film was brilliant, and the murder was exceptionally clever. However, the character advancement of Columbo for his first on-screen appearance didn't go so far. In this episode (three years later), however, Peter Falk seems to be settling into Columbo's shabby raincoat. If these two were combined, it would most likely be one of the best Columbos ever. But one can dream.

Ransom for a Dead Man

1971

Action / Crime / Drama / Mystery

Ransom for a Dead Man

1971

Action / Crime / Drama / Mystery

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Peter Falk and Lee Grant deliver a perfect

Ransom for a Dead Man, starring Peter Falk

You got lucky," says Lee Grant's murderer at

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