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Only Murders in the Building – Season 5, Episode 1 Nail in the Coffin

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While investigating Lester's mysterious and accidental death, the clues lure Charles, Oliver and Mabel out of Manhattan and straight into some dangerous new, old territory.
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Only Murders in the Building — Season 5, Episode 1

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Cast & Crew

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Steve Martin

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John Hoffman

Creator

Steve Martin

Charles-Haden Savage

Martin Short

Oliver Putnam

Selena Gomez

Mabel Mora

Michael Cyril Creighton

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Only Murders in the Building — Season 5, Episode 1

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Tom Smyth New York Magazine/Vulture Sep 9
4/5
Something this show does exceptionally well is avoiding repetition by exploring totally new corners of its world each season, whether it be theater, film, or, as we’ll see this year, the mafia. Go to Full Review M.N. Miller FandomWire Oct 10
6/10
The fifth season’s pilot is beginning to show some strains in credibility. Go to Full Review Allison Nichols Tell-Tale TV Sep 10
4/5
One of the endearing things about this show is how bad Charles, Oliver, and Mabel still are at this, which is something that could very easily come across as frustrating if not handled correctly. Go to Full Review Jack Ori TV Fanatic Sep 9
4.5/5
Quirky characters. Jokes that have me doubling over with laughter. A heartbreaking mystery. Only Murders In The Building Season 5 has it all so far. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Episode Info

Synopsis While investigating Lester's mysterious and accidental death, the clues lure Charles, Oliver and Mabel out of Manhattan and straight into some dangerous new, old territory.
Creator
Steve Martin, John Hoffman
Executive Producer
Martin Short, Selena Gomez, Jamie Babbitt, Dan Fogelman, Jess Rosenthal, Steve Martin, John Hoffman
Network
Hulu
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Mystery & Thriller, Comedy, Drama, Crime
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 9, 2025