Just One More Thing... Can You Pass the Ultimate Columbo Trivia Quiz?

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Just One More Thing... Can You Pass the Ultimate Columbo Trivia Quiz?



Think you know everything about TV's greatest detective? Put your homicide department knowledge to the test with our interactive Lieutenant Columbo trivia challenge. From his rumpled raincoat and his finicky car to his brilliant trap-setting catchphrases, see if you can score a perfect 15/15! Scroll down to lock in your answers and catch the killer.


Question 1 of 15

1. What is the official breed of Columbo's lazy pet dog?



What This Television Trivia Challenge Covers:

We dug deep into the classic LAPD television files to build unique questions that will challenge even the most dedicated fans of Peter Falk's iconic 1970s character. This comprehensive quiz tests knowledge on:

  • Famous Catchphrases: Tracking down the key moments the Lieutenant turns around to deliver his signature line.
  • Columbo's Distinct Habits: Questions covering his love for cheap cigars, hardboiled eggs, and regular bowls of diner chili.
  • The Unassuming Peugeot 403: Historical trivia regarding his notoriously dented, finicky French car.
  • Legendary Guest Star Killers: Spotting the brilliant villains played by elite actors like Jack Cassidy, Robert Culp, and Bruce Kirby as Sergeant Kramer.
  • The Unseen Family: Tricky background details about Mrs. Columbo and his lazy Basset Hound named "Dog."

Scroll back to the top of the post, select your answers one by one, and let's see if your detective instincts match up to the legendary Lieutenant himself!

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