This episode didn't dilly-dally. Instead of leading up to a murder, it occurs almost the moment the show begins. You soon realize that the murder victim had an extensive art collection...and his greedy nephew couldn't wait to inherit the paintings, so he killed him. But Dale (Ross Martin) is a clever murderer--and he sets up a rock-solid alibi and uses his young girlfriend to do this. Later, to repay her for helping, he kills her, too! Nice guy, huh?!
This is a good episode...not a great one. This is because the plan by the nephew is a bit too complicated and he isn't exactly patient....making it too easy for Columbo to assume he's involved in the murder. This is especially apparent when he keeps insisting the police search his Aunt's home....a dumb and sloppy move in an otherwise clever murderer. Good overall...but also uneven.
In addition to Ross Martin, the show also has Kim Hunter as well as Don Ameche in the episode. A pretty good cast.
This is a good episode...not a great one. This is because the plan by the nephew is a bit too complicated and he isn't exactly patient....making it too easy for Columbo to assume he's involved in the murder. This is especially apparent when he keeps insisting the police search his Aunt's home....a dumb and sloppy move in an otherwise clever murderer. Good overall...but also uneven.
In addition to Ross Martin, the show also has Kim Hunter as well as Don Ameche in the episode. A pretty good cast.