I have the complete series on DVD. This is one episode I do not watch. There are certain actors I watch rarely and rip torn is one. I find the episode unfulfilling. The killer is annoying. The accent is abrasive. Also the method is not original. I also find the likelihood of the victim winning the lottery is too far fetched. There are some redeeming points but they are are few and far between. One of the redeeming points is the landlady. The actress is always a joy to watch. I watch this episode because it is a Columbo episode. I watch every episode even the ones I like less. I wish this episode was better it did have potential to be better.
Review of Death Hits the Jackpot
