Only Murders in the Building Season 5: Star-Studded Cast Takes on New York’s Deadliest Apartment Building

A New Mystery Unfolds at the Arconia

The fifth season of the hit series follows Charles, Oliver, and Mabel as they investigate the suspicious death of their beloved doorman Lester. While police rule it an accident, the trio’s investigation reveals a complex web of secrets involving billionaires, mobsters, and mysterious Arconia residents. The story explores the contrast between old and new New York as dangerous new players emerge.

Star-Studded Cast Returns with Fresh Faces

The core trio – Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez – returns alongside Meryl Streep as Loretta Durkin-Putnam. The new season introduces an impressive roster of guest stars including Bobby Cannavale, Renée Zellweger, Christoph Waltz, and others. Téa Leoni joins as Sofia Caccimelio, wife of a missing person connected to the Caputo crime family. Nathan Lane will make his return as Teddy Dimas for the first time since Season 2.

Critical Success and Cultural Impact

Since its 2021 debut, the series has become a cultural phenomenon, breaking records as Hulu’s most-watched comedy premiere and most-watched comedy ever. The show’s continued excellence is reflected in its nearly 60 Emmy Award nominations across four seasons, with seven nominations for the 2025 Emmys, including best comedy series.

Release Schedule and Format

The new season premieres Tuesday, September 9 on Hulu, with three episodes available at launch. Subsequent episodes will be released weekly on Tuesdays. Like previous seasons, the fifth installment will consist of 10 episodes.

Production began in March 2025, with filming taking place at various iconic New York locations, including scenes shot on Staten Island near the famous house used in The Godfather. Filming officially wrapped in June 2025, setting the stage for what promises to be another compelling chapter in this beloved mystery series.