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Only Murders in the Building season 5 is officially on the horizon through Hulu, as Variety announced on September 4, 2024. The show has had yearly releases since it first aired, overcoming challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic and industry strikes.
The show typically sets up the next season with a cliffhanger murder, and fans are eagerly awaiting the conclusion of season 4 to get hints about the next mystery. Though specific details about season 5 are under wraps, it’s clear that the storyline will involve another murder in their iconic building.
Selena Gomez, Steve Martin, and Martin Short are likely set to reprise their roles along with Meryl Streep who was featured in season 4.
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Renewal of Only Murders in the Building season 5
The entertainment business has had difficulties recently, but Only Murders in the Building has produced fresh material to captivate viewers with interesting riddles. The official renewal of the fifth season suggests that the writers of the show have more intriguing narratives to share.
Like the previous seasons, the upcoming installment will have 10 episodes, as per The Hollywood Reporter. As usual, Only Murders in the Building season 5 will follow a murder occurring inside the building. With a cliffhanger in its finale episode, the show has been consistent in presenting a murder mystery for the next season, so viewers should anticipate hints as season 4 comes to an end.
Although the details of the story are unknown, it's likely that season 5 will highlight the central trio's relationships and personalities as the show continues its mystery-driven plot. The Emmy-nominated show has mastered balancing whodunit with character development, and the next season should continue this balance.
Cast and crew of Only Murders in the Building
Given their major participation in the series, Selena Gomez, Steve Martin, and Martin Short will likely return for Only Murders in the Building season 5.
On Wednesday, September 4, Gomez confirmed the renewal in a video she shared on Instagram.
“Here we go again… my favorite set family. I’m coming home," she said.
Apart from the main cast of the season 4 also featured Meryl Streep, who gave the narrative another level of complexity and mystery.
The writers and directors of the show have created an interesting mix of suspense and humor behind the scenes and will look to bring the same vitality to the upcoming Only Murders in the Building season 5.
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Season 4 of the show premiered on August 27 and will run until October 29. Given the regular release schedule of the show, season 5 of Only Murders in the Building could make its way to the screens in August 2025.
However, an official confirmation about the same is currently awaited.
