#detective-series

#detective-series

Poker Face follows the Peter Falk show's format from concept through to title fonts, similar to 70s/80s classic murder mysteries, with Natasha Lyonne in the lead role.

Detective Renée Ballard is at the tail end of a grueling case, already at odds with her colleagues over her refusal to backdown or be silenced.

Columbo's charm lies in its detective's persistent and polite approach, piecing together clues with gentle pressure that showcases a unique departure from typical rule-breaking sleuths.

At one point in the second episode, James's son has to be reassured by his mother that John is up to the job. "Your uncle is the most brilliant person I've ever known, there's nothing he can't do," she says.