Numerous shows from the 1970s are criminally underrated, as proven by overlooked series like Police Story, Space: 1999, and ...

So when my dad offhandedly suggested we watch an episode of Columbo, a ‘70s detective show together, I wasn’t sure it was something. I’m kind of a wimp when it comes to thrillers.

The detective is often the only soul who will do whatever it takes, no matter how hopeless the circumstances may seem. As Raymond Chandler wrote: “ Down these mean streets a man must go who is not ...

Fifty years on, the cop show featuring a bumbling but brilliant homicide detective has attracted a new generation of fans. Shaun Curran explores the series' timeless appeal.

He starred on one of the most successful ’70s detective shows. (Actually, it was canceled after three seasons.) He recites Shakespeare at will. (It’s the same line every time.) He firmly ...

By the ’70s, detective tropes that had been established with The Maltese Falcon had been heavily ingrained in film culture. John Shaft not only upended these expectations, ...

He’ll always be remembered for playing Detective Sergeant Danny Williams, the “Danno” to whom Jack Lord would say “book ’em” in the Hawaii Five-O cast. “He said ‘book him’ to ...

Hardboiled ’70s detective stories tend to have style coming out of their ears. The tough-guy ambience and lingo are part of the charm. The violence, well, that’s just there to get the job done.

Actors who played the role of Detective Callahan: Joey Faye,Robert G. Dare,Gerry Vichi [] Add a Show Listing: Sign-up: News on your favorite shows, specials & more! EXPLORE REGIONS. Sign-up: ...