Violence
StrongA thrown object causes one death. Another victim is killed by hanging, with the murder disguised as suicide.
Television · CONTENT GUIDE
6. Dagger of the Mind
Columbo · Episode
Parents Guide
Partially reviewedVersion covered
Columbo, Dagger of the Mind(1972), canonical unit39600. Original PeterFalk television installment discussed by review; other installments, abridgments, theatrical versions, edits and dubs not assumed equivalent. Runtime/version beyond this identity remains unverified.
Alcohol, drugs & smoking
ModerateA man is encouraged to drink to lower his guard, and a couple has champagne in bed.
Frightening & intense themes
StrongA hanging is passed off as suicide, and scenes involve corpse handling and an open coffin.
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