Is 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 5 happening? Here's what we know

The hit crime comedy series "Only Murders in the Building" has been renewed for a fifth season by American streaming service Hulu, a decision announced just a week after the premiere of its fourth season. Starring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez, the series continues to captivate audiences with its engaging plot and stellar performances.

"Only Murders in the Building" follows the lives of Charles Haden-Savage, Oliver Putnam, and Mabel Mora, three neighbors who reside in a New York City apartment building named the Arconia. Together, they launch a true-crime podcast to investigate and document the murder of a fellow resident. The show's unique blend of humor and mystery has made it a standout success.

Season four, which premiered on August 27, shifts the narrative from New York City to Los Angeles. In this season, the trio grapples with the untimely death of Charles' stunt double, Sazz Pataki, played by Jane Lynch. Their investigation into whether Sazz or Charles was the intended victim takes them across the country and provides new twists and turns.


"Questioning whether Sazz or Charles was the intended victim, the trio's investigation takes them cross country where a Hollywood studio is readying a film about the Only Murders podcast. As the amateur sleuths race back to New York, they embark on an even more epic journey - traversing their building's courtyard to delve into the twisted lives of the Arconia's West Tower residents," reads the season four description.

The series is co-created by Steve Martin and John Hoffman. They also serve as executive producers, along with Martin Short, Selena Gomez, Dan Fogelman, and Jess Rosenthal. "Only Murders in the Building" is produced by 20th Television, further cementing its place as a beloved and influential show in contemporary broadcasting.