Hulu's Only Murders in the Building Series 5 is Here: Organised Crime, A-list Guest Stars, and Another Baffling Case

Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez are back on the case in Only Murders in the Building series 5, the acclaimed comedic murder mystery’s newest chapter.

The new series premiered on 9 September on Disney+, with episodes promising clever whodunnit twists, witty humour, and fresh star power that will keep fans guessing every step of the way. With 63 Emmy® nominations already under its belt, the series delivers another addictive dose of true-crime obsession and heartfelt camaraderie.

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In Series 5, Charles-Haden Savage (played by Steve Martin), Oliver Putnam (Martin Short), and Mabel Mora (Selena Gomez) confront the shocking death of their beloved doorman Lester, while the mob creeps into the Arconia’s storied corridors. The ten-episode run offers more of what fans love, blending sharp investigative puzzles with the trio’s razor-sharp banter and New York City charm.

And it gets better. Each week, inquisitive fans can dive deeper into the case with the Only Murders in the Building official podcast featuring cast interviews, behind-the-scenes insights, and more. The 10-episode video series is available to stream on Disney+ and the audio version is available on international platforms.

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What is Only Murders in the Building series 5 about?

Series 5 centres on the investigation into the mysterious death of doorman Lester and the unexpected arrival of secret billionaires, old-school mobsters, and secret residents at the Arconia, pushing the podcasting sleuths into their most perilous case yet.

Who’s in the Only Murders in the Building series 5 cast?

Alongside series leads Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez, this series welcomes guest stars Renée Zellweger, Keegan-Michael Key, Christoph Waltz, Téa Leoni, Logan Lerman, Jermaine Fowler, Beanie Feldstein, Bobby Cannavale, Nathan Lane, Cristoph Waltz and returning favourites like Meryl Streep and Jane Lynch.

Who’s behind Only Murders in the Building series 5?

Showrunner John Hoffman and executive producers Dan Fogelman and Jess Rosenthal are behind the fifth series, continuing the creative vision that has earned the show over 63 Emmy® nominations to date.

When does Only Murders in the Building series 5 premiere?

The new series began on 9 September, with all episodes now available on Disney+.

The Arconia’s doors are open again. Check out the previous series (or indulge in a re-watch), which are streaming on Disney+. And don’t forget to add the show to your Watchlist, so you’re ready to press play the moment the mystery begins.

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