Season 5 of Only Murders in the Building is almost here! After the shocking Season 4 finale—where Mabel, Charles, and Oliver solved the murder of Sazz—the trio is back at The Arconia to face another mystery: the sudden death of Lester, the building’s beloved doorman. While most residents chalk it up to an accident, the podcasting sleuths suspect foul play.
With a fresh case, new faces, and plenty of twists, here’s everything you need to know before the Season 5 premiere on Hulu.
When Does Season 5 Premiere?
The new season kicks off on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, exclusively on Hulu.
How Many Episodes Drop at the Premiere?
Season 5 begins with three brand-new episodes.
What Time Does the Premiere Hit Hulu?
Episodes go live at 12:00 a.m. EST / 9:00 p.m. PST on September 9. After the premiere, one new episode will be released weekly through the finale on October 28.
How to Watch Only Murders in the Building Season 5
- Current subscribers can watch directly via the Hulu app.
- New subscribers can try Hulu with a 30-day free trial. After that, the ad-supported plan costs $9.99/month, or you can upgrade to ad-free for $18.99/month.
- If you want more, consider the Disney+ Bundle, which includes Hulu starting at $10.99/month (ad-supported) or $29.99/month (ad-free) with Disney+ and Max.
Who’s in the Cast?
The Arconia’s favorite trio—Selena Gomez, Steve Martin, and Martin Short—return, along with familiar faces like Michael Cyril Creighton, Meryl Streep, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Richard Kind, and Nathan Lane.
Season 5 also welcomes a stellar lineup of newcomers, including:
- Bobby Cannavale as Nicky Caccimelio, Brooklyn’s missing “Dry Cleaning King”
- Téa Leoni as Sofia Caccimelio, Nicky’s wife
- Renée Zellweger
- Logan Lerman
- Christoph Waltz
- Keegan-Michael Key
- Beanie Feldstein
- Dianne Wiest
- Jermaine Fowler
What’s Season 5 About?
This season’s mystery begins with Lester’s untimely death. As the trio digs deeper, they find themselves entangled in a dangerous web of billionaires, mobsters, and shadowy Arconia residents. Expect a mix of sharp comedy, heartfelt moments, and commentary on New York’s changing underworld.
Is There a Trailer?
Yes! Hulu has released the official Season 5 trailer—giving fans a first look at the new case and cast dynamics.
How Many Episodes Are in Season 5?
Season 5 will feature 10 episodes total: three on premiere day, followed by weekly drops leading to the finale on October 28.
Need a Refresher?
All four previous seasons of Only Murders in the Building are available to stream now on Hulu.