Less than a year after the gripping finale of Season 4, the celebrated Hulu series Only Murders in the Building is returning with its much-anticipated fifth season. The Emmy Award-winning comedy-drama, starring Selena Gomez, Steve Martin and Martin Short, has become one of streaming’s most talked-about murder mysteries. With new suspects, familiar faces, and the return of The Arconia as the story’s central hub, Only Murders in the Building Season 5 promises yet another thrilling chapter.

Premiere Date and Episode Release Schedule

Only Murders in the Building Season 5 officially premieres on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, on Hulu. Fans will be treated to three brand-new episodes on the premiere day to kickstart the season.

Subsequent episodes will drop weekly at 12 a.m. EST every Tuesday, leading up to the season finale scheduled for October 28, 2025. In total, this season will feature 10 episodes, ensuring a steady stream of intrigue for two months.

The Mystery at The Arconia Deepens

Season 4 concluded with a shocking discovery: Lester (Teddy Coluca), the beloved doorman of The Arconia, was found dead in the building’s fountain. While many residents accepted his death as an accident, Mabel, Charles and Oliver remain convinced foul play is involved.

According to Hulu’s official synopsis, their latest investigation will take them beyond the familiar walls of The Arconia into the “shadowy corners of New York and beyond.” The season will explore a dangerous network involving billionaires, mobsters and mysterious tenants, highlighting the clash between old mob traditions and new, more menacing forces threatening New York City’s underworld.

New Cast Members Join the Ensemble

The trio of Gomez, Martin and Short returns at the heart of the series, along with Michael Cyril Creighton, Meryl Streep, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Richard Kind and Nathan Lane reprising their roles.

Season 5 also introduces an impressive lineup of newcomers. Among them are Bobby Cannavale as laundromat mogul Nicky Caccimelio, Renée Zellweger, Logan Lerman, Christoph Waltz, Téa Leoni, Keegan-Michael Key, Beanie Feldstein, Dianne Wiest, and Jermaine Fowler. Their addition is expected to bring both dramatic depth and comedic flair to the unfolding mystery.

“Ripped from the Headlines” Themes

Showrunner John Hoffman has hinted that Only Murders in the Building Season 5 will draw inspiration from real-world events. In an earlier interview, he teased “ripped from the headlines” themes that would ground the season’s eccentric storytelling in contemporary relevance.

Fans can therefore expect the usual balance of humor, suspense and heartfelt moments, with unexpected twists that mirror the unpredictability of life in New York.

Streaming Options for Viewers

For Hulu subscribers, watching the new season is as simple as logging into the app and heading to the show’s homepage. For new users, Hulu continues to offer a 30-day free trial on its ad-supported plan, followed by a subscription at USD 9.99 per month.

Ad-free viewing is available at USD 18.99 per month, while bundle deals with Disney+ and Max start at USD 10.99 per month and go up to USD 29.99 per month for the premium ad-free option.

Will Only Murders in the Building Season 5 release weekly or all at once?

Hulu will drop the first three episodes of Only Murders in the Building Season 5 on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025, followed by one new episode every Tuesday until the finale on Oct. 28, 2025.

Full release schedule:

• Tuesday, Sept. 9: Episodes 1, 2 & 3
  
• Tuesday, Sept. 16: Episode 4
  
• Tuesday, Sept. 23: Episode 5
  
• Tuesday, Sept. 30: Episode 6
  
• Tuesday, Oct. 7: Episode 7
  
• Tuesday, Oct. 14: Episode 8
  
• Tuesday, Oct. 21: Episode 9
  
• Tuesday, Oct. 28: Episode 10 (Finale)
  

Trailer and Early Hype

A full-length trailer for Only Murders in the Building Season 5 has already been released, showcasing snippets of the investigation and teasing the high-stakes dynamic between returning and new characters. The preview suggests a blend of comedy and darker themes as the central mystery unfolds.

FAQs

When does Only Murders in the Building Season 5 premiere?

The new season premieres on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, with the first three episodes dropping on Hulu at 12 a.m. EST.

How many episodes are in Only Murders in the Building Season 5?

The season consists of 10 episodes, with new installments released weekly until the finale on October 28, 2025.