The highly anticipated fifth season of "Only Murders in the Building," starring Selena Gomez, Steve Martin, and Martin Short, is set to premiere on September 9, 2025. The announcement was made via the show's social media, featuring a humorous video of the lead actors. The first three episodes will be available on the premiere date, with subsequent episodes released weekly on Hulu and Disney+.

"Only Murders in the Building" has garnered critical acclaim for its comedic approach to the mystery genre and the performances of its cast. The series follows Mabel Mora (Selena Gomez), Oliver Putnam (Martin Short), and Charles-Haden Savage (Steve Martin), three neighbors residing in the Arconia, an apartment building on New York City's Upper West Side. United by their love for true crime podcasts, they form an unlikely friendship and embark on a journey to solve murders within their building, documenting their investigations in their own podcast.

In season 5, the trio will be investigating the suspicious death of the Arconia's doorman, Lester, played by Teddy Coluca. Their investigation will lead them through the underbelly of New York City, uncovering secrets involving billionaires, mobsters, and the Arconia's enigmatic residents.

The series has received numerous accolades, including nominations for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Comedy Series and the Golden Globe Award for Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy. The cast also won the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series.

Fans have expressed their excitement on social media following the release date announcement. Many are praising the show's consistent quality and expressing their eagerness for the new season. "Only Murders in the Building" has maintained a high Rotten Tomatoes score of 97% and has received 49 Emmy nominations across its first three seasons.

Season 5 will feature returning actor Michael Cyril Creighton and guest stars such as Meryl Streep, Nathan Lane, Renée Zellweger, Christoph Waltz, Keegan-Michael Key, and Beanie Feldstein.

"Only Murders in the Building" was created by Steve Martin and John Hoffman. The series premiered on Hulu in August 2021 and has released four seasons to date. The show has become known for its star-studded cameos and engaging storylines. Selena Gomez's portrayal of Mabel has been particularly praised for adding balance to the comedic performances of Steve Martin and Martin Short.