I always have been a fan of Columbo, and the Bye-Bye Sky High IQ Murder Case is no exception. It is not one of my favourites of the series as such, but it is still terrific and highly entertaining both as a mystery and an episode. I can think of tighter-paced and more plausible Columbo entries, but even that doesn't stop Bye-Bye High Sky from being diverting with several amusing(often hilarious) moments and a spooky ending. Not to mention the off the wall characters, and one of the more inventive titles of the series. It is strikingly filmed and beautifully orchestrated, complete with droll, clever dialogue and strong direction. Peter Falk still continues to impress as Columbo, and Theodore Bikel's Brandt is splendidly-pitched. Kenneth Mars, Samantha Eggar and Jamie Lee Curtis are fun to watch and spot in support roles. All in all, highly entertaining. 9/10 Bethany Cox
