Fans ofOnly Murders in the Buildinghave another two months to wait for the show to make its much-anticipated return, but starSteve Martinhas shared a new behind-the-scenes image that may whet their appetites. In the image, which he shared on Instagram, Martin and co-starsMartin ShortandSelena Gomezare all dressed up…but for what, viewers will need to wait for August 27, when the show’s fourth season debuts on Hulu.
In the photo, captioned simply “Show business.”, Gomez is wearing a glitzy outfit that suggests Hollywood glamor, while Martin and Short are clad head-to-toe in considerably less-flattering motion-capture outfits. Clearly, some sort of special effects sequence is in the works, but it remains to be seen whether it’s one that’s happening “in-universe” or not. One plot point of the upcoming season,as seen in the trailer that was released last month, is the show’s trio of true-crime podcasters and amateur sleuths (Martin’s Charles Haden-Savage, Short’s Oliver Putnam, and Gomez' Mabel Mora) journeying from their New York City home base to Los Angeles, where a studio executive (Molly Shannon) wants to buy the movie rights to their podcast. This image could depict that film’s production, or it could be from a fantasy sequence, akin to the memorable “White Room” scenes from last season that saw Charles slip into a fugue state while he rehearsed his challenging musical number for Oliver’s Broadway show.
What’s Going to Happen in Season 4 of ‘Only Murders in the Building’?
Every season ofOnly Murders in the Buildingcenters around a murder, and this one is no different - but this time, it’s personal. Last season’s shocking season finale ended with a sniper shooting and killing Charles' longtime stunt double and friend, Sazz Pataki (Jane Lynch), in Charles' apartment, having seemingly mistaken her for Charles. Charles, Oliver, and Mabel’s journey will take them to the other side of the country, and - more worryingly - the seldom-seen other side of theArconia apartment buildingthey all live in.Meryl Streepwill return as Oliver’s actress love interest,Loretta Durkin, as will recently-minted Oscar winnerDa’Vine Joy Randolphas Donna Williams, the trio’s ally in the NYPD.
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In addition to the returning cast members,Only Murders in the Buildinghas a murderer’s row of guest stars lined up for the upcoming season.Eva Longoria,Eugene Levy,Kumail Nanjiani,Zach Galifianakis,Melissa McCarthy, andRichard Kindare set to play suspects, persons of interest, and red herrings in season 4.
Only Murders in the Building
Three strangers in a New York City apartment building bond over their shared interest in true crime and form an unlikely team to investigate a suspicious death in their complex. Their amateur sleuthing quickly evolves into a thrilling quest as they navigate secrets, lies, and unexpected twists.
The fourth season ofOnly Murders in the Buildingpremieres June 13, 2025 on Hulu. Stay tuned to Collider for future updates, and watch the trailer for season 4 below.
