The highly rated and hit mystery-comedy Only Murders in the Building is officially coming back for Season 5, and filming started in March 2025. Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez are all returning. The fourth season was a bit of a surprise because it was adorned by the legendary Meryl Streep along with Michael Cyril Creighton, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, and Jackie Hoffman.
New faces joining the show include Christoph Waltz and Keegan-Michael Key, adding even more star power to the already stacked cast.
Christoph Waltz is a dynamite of talent who has wooed us in films like Inglorious Basterds and Django Unchained.
This season’s big mystery?
The shocking death of Lester, the beloved Arconia doorman, whose body was found in the fountain during the Season 4 finale. Co-creator John Hoffman has hinted that the new season will explore how New York City has changed over time while still delivering the same humor and twists fans love.
There’s no official release date yet, but based on past seasons, it’s likely to premiere in late summer or early fall 2025. With its mix of comedy, suspense, and top-tier guest stars, Season 5 is shaping up to be another must-watch!
The remaining 4 seasons of the show are streaming on JioHotstar in case you have not watched.