Only Murders in the Building season 5: Here is all we know, cast, plot and expected release date

Fans of Only Murders in the Building can soon watch season 5 on Hulu. The co-creator of the series, John Hoffman, said that the production of season 5 will start this March, as per a TV Insider report.
Here are all the details we know so far.

Who will star in season 5?

Season 5 will definitely star the central trio, which includes Martin Short as Oliver Putnam, Selena Gomez as Mabel Mora, and Steve Martin as Charles-Haden Savage.


Meryl Streep is likely to play her role as Loretta as she’s now married to Oliver. As per reports, we can also expect the return of longtime series stars Michael Cyril Creighton and Da’Vine Joy Randolph.

Season 4 also featured Melissa McCarthy, Eugene Levy, Eva Longoria, Kumail Nanjiani, Zach Galifianakis, and Tea Leoni.

Plot

Only Murders in the Building season 5 will revolve around the investigation behind Lester’s (Teddy Coluca) death, as per the TV Insider report.

The Only Murders trio found Arconia’s beloved doorman dead in the courtyard’s fountain at the end of Season 4.

In season 5 we expect to find out if they will be able to uncover the truth behind what happened to Lester.

Expected release date

Only Murders in the Building season 5’s premiere date has not been officially announced. There are speculations that it might be released in the summer of 2025, as per a report by Tech Radar.

The show’s previous seasons have been released in summer every year since 2021.

Creator team

Hoffman has co-created the series with star Steve Martin and together they executive produce with Short, Gomez, Dan Fogelman, and Jess Rosenthal, as per the TV Insider report.

FAQs

Where will Only Murders in the Building season 5 be released?
Only Murders in the Building season 5 be released on Hulu. The series is expected to premiere in the summer of 2025.

What is the plot for Only Murders in the Building season 5?
Only Murders in the Building season 5’s story will centre around the investigation behind Lester’s (Teddy Coluca) death.