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Season 1 – Only Murders in the Building

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Three strangers share an obsession with true crime and suddenly find themselves wrapped up in one. When a grisly death occurs inside their exclusive Upper West Side apartment building, the trio suspects murder and employs their precise knowledge of true crime to investigate the truth. Perhaps even more explosive are the lies they tell one another. Soon, the endangered trio comes to realize a killer might be living among them as they race to decipher the mounting clues before it's too late.
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Only Murders in the Building's silly approach to true crime obsessives is at once hilarious and insightful, thanks in large part to its extremely charming central trio.

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Hugo Rifkind The Times (UK) Jul 5, 2022
It’s very funny about crime podcasting itself, with its meandering storytelling and self-obsession. Go to Full Review Barry Divola Sydney Morning Herald Jan 11, 2022
There are plenty of laughs -- not least in the finale where Martin does a phenomenal stretch of physical comedy -- but there's real heart to the story, too. Go to Full Review Robert Lloyd Los Angeles Times Dec 13, 2021
Steve Martin, whose career path has intersected television since before he was a writer and an occasional presence on The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour, has in his mid-70s co-created a splendidly funny, involving and one might even say youthful series. Go to Full Review Jai Arjun Singh Firstpost Aug 27, 2024
Ultimately this gently funny series is about three people embracing their own messes, and finding themselves...or a version of themselves... Go to Full Review Bree Fowler CNET Mar 30, 2023
The plot takes a handful of twists and turns over the 10-episode season. If you figure out who did it before the characters do (I did), just sit back and enjoy the ride... Go to Full Review Annie Banks Chuck Load of Comics Feb 24, 2023
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Only Murders in the Building takes no time to slow down while revolving around a slow-burning plot, topping each episode off with a cliffhanger that needs to be satisfied by a binge of the entire season. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Jacob W @RT17896586 3 days ago Three strangers share an obsession with true crime and suddenly find themselves wrapped up in one. When a grisly death occurs inside their exclusive Upper West Side apartment building, the trio suspects murder and employs their precise knowledge of true crime to investigate the truth. Perhaps even more explosive are the lies they tell one another. Soon, the endangered trio comes to realize a killer might be living among them as they race to decipher the mounting clues before it's too late. With another series due soon and winning awards this is really good and demonstrates that as well as an actor and a musician SM is very good at writing. A creative genius one might say. He has reinvented the murder mystery and created something fresh and exciting. That not only people want to watch but A list stars are desperate to be in. See more Brian M @RT34234758 6 days ago Martin, Short and Gomez are such a silly, but wonderful trio. I love the chemistry and the mystery. It's fun and ridiculous. See more Dovid C @DaveCob613 Aug 24, 2026 This first season sets the stage for a consistently brilliant show. The writing and directing, the characters and the acting that brings them to life. All of it is excellent. See more Stephen D @RT37880768 Aug 9, 2026 An easy and consistent comfort watch across all five seasons. Maybe the finest work Martin Short has done in his entire career? See more diogo13 T @Tua_mera Jul 15, 2026 My favorite mystery series and an absolute masterpiece of police comedy. The script is superbly intelligent, perfectly balancing intriguing plot twists with refined, meta-humor about the world of crime podcasts. The chemistry between Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez is magical and imbues the production with an irresistible charm. With a fantastic soundtrack and a welcoming New York atmosphere, this first season is perfect from start to finish. See more Jenn L @Jenn-moon May 11, 2026 A fun group to spend your lunchtime eating macaroni in front of your laptop with. Funny, uplifting, and at times touching. See more Read all reviews
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Steve Martin

Creator

John Hoffman

Creator

Don Scardino

Director

Jamie Babbit

Director

Steve Martin

Charles-Haden Savage

Martin Short

Oliver Putnam

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Aug 31, 2021 True Crime Upper West Side neighbors Charles, Oliver, and Mabel bond over a shared love of true crime; when a fellow resident dies in their building, the trio determine to solve the mystery. Details Episode 2 Aired Aug 31, 2021 Who Is Tim Kono The group begins researching the victim; Mabel's secretive past starts to be unraveled. Details Episode 3 Aired Aug 31, 2021 How Well Do You Know Your Neighbors Oliver employs his theater director skills to analyze the case; Charles and Mabel question an obsessive cat lover. Details Episode 4 Aired Sep 7, 2021 The Sting Believing the murderer might be a famous resident who is difficult to access, the group seeks advice from a renowned podcasting host. Details Episode 5 Aired Sep 14, 2021 Twist A suspicious Charles and Oliver follow Mabel when she slips away on a solo mission to track the victim's final days. Details Episode 6 Aired Sep 21, 2021 To Protect and Serve Mabel brings her friends to her childhood home to meet her mother; Detective Williams starts to have her own doubts about the case as she prepares for motherhood. Details Episode 7 Aired Sep 28, 2021 The Boy From 6B As the investigation scratches at a web of old crimes that originated inside the building, a mysterious young man turns the tables and spies on Charles, Oliver, and Mabel. Details Episode 8 Aired Oct 5, 2021 Fan Fiction Hitting a dead end, the group calls for reinforcements in the form of their podcast's superfans. Details Episode 9 Aired Oct 12, 2021 Double Time As the residents grow upset at the building's negative publicity, the trio faces a revolt; Charles' old colleague visits and sheds light on their past. Details Episode 10 Aired Oct 19, 2021 Open and Shut The trio races toward a resolution while their own lives are put in danger. Details

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Season Info

Director
Don Scardino, Jamie Babbit
Creator
Steve Martin, John Hoffman
Executive Producer
Martin Short, Selena Gomez, Jamie Babbitt, Dan Fogelman, Jess Rosenthal
Screenwriter
John Hoffman, Madeleine George, Kim Rosenstock, Rachel Burger
Network
Hulu
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Comedy, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Aug 31, 2021
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