Is Peter Falk A-List?
No — Peter Falk is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
Murder, Inc. Oscar Nomination
Nominated for an Academy Award for 'Murder, Inc.'
Columbo Television Debut
First appears as Lieutenant Columbo.
Columbo Emmy Award
Wins his first Primetime Emmy Award for 'Columbo'.
Wings of Desire
Appears as himself in 'Wings of Desire'.
Columbo Returns to TV
Revives the 'Columbo' series, boosting his popularity.
Columbo's Last Episode
Last appearance as 'Columbo' in 'Columbo Likes the Nightlife'.
Battles with Dementia
Suffers from advanced dementia in his final years.
Death in Beverly Hills
Peter Falk dies in Beverly Hills at age 83.
Columbo's Enduring Legacy
Remains iconic for his portrayal of Lieutenant Columbo.
Last updated: February 23, 2026