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Selena Gomez gives a frank answer on the direction of Only Murders In The Building beyond season 4. Following three New York City apartment building inhabitants who start the eponymous true-crime podcast to solve murders, the Hulu comedy series—which stars Gomez, Steve Martin, and Martin Short—quickly became well-known. Following wrapping off the Ben Glenroy (Paul Rudd) inquiry and exposing Sazz Pataki's (Jane Lynch) untimely death, Only Murders in the Building season 4 was confirmed and will broadcast on August 27.
Speaking with Variety on their Awards Circuit Podcast, Gomez discussed whether season five of Only Murders in the Building may occur. Gomez said, "Let's see what happens," revealing doubt about the future even if she appreciates the show and its development throughout four seasons. Gomez's answer suggests that although she is happy with the show's present direction, she leaves doors open for future opportunities. She notes Only Murders in the Building's success but understands that the creators, producers, and network ultimately make the decision regarding a fifth season.
Only Murders in the Building has focused on the Arconia, where Mabel Mora (Gomez), Oliver Putnam (Short), and Charles-Haden Savage (Martin) dwell. Though she seemed to be dying on stage, a possible series upheaval—only killings in the Building season 3—revealed that Ben was pushed from the apartment elevator, and what happened to Sazz follows that pattern of killings carried out within the building. But because season 4 is moving to Los Angeles, one wonders how a murder case and podcast episodes would be handled away from home.
Though it posed some difficulties in season 3, the trio may spend less time at the Arconia even if California is temporary; Mabel sold her apartment and Oliver is pursuing a romantic relationship with Loretta Durkin (Meryl Streep). Though Gomez's statements imply that a season five hasn't been ruled out, the change of setting and character growth beg concerns about the future of the Emmy-nominated series. Impressive viewership alone makes another run seem feasible, along with the growing roster of Only Murders in the Building cast members (with season 4 adding Molly Shannon, Eva Longoria, Eugene Levy, and more). Breaking Hulu audience records, The Only Murders in the Building became the most viewed comedy premiere on the streaming platform.
Given what a hit Only Murders in the Building has been for Hulu, it is difficult to see reaching the end already. The best shows, though, know when to call it quits; Gomez's answer suggests that season 4 will be as good as others. The future of the program should be obvious later this year depending on how the latest murder probe turns out.
Steve Martin and John Hoffman, the show's creators, have been cautious not to say whether Only Murders in the Building would carry on following season 4. Although they have indicated they are open to investigating fresh ideas for the program, their emphasis seems to be on providing a satisfying ending for the present plot. Season five is a solid prospect given the devoted fans of the show and the amazing viewing figures. Before deciding on the future, the creators probably evaluate the reception of season 4 and the general show's direction.
Starring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez, Only Murders in the Building chronicles an unusual trio of true crime enthusiasts residing in an affluent New York apartment building who try to uncover and record the murder of one of the building's tenants on their own true crime podcast. The three amateur detectives quickly discover that all of their lives are closely intertwined to the riddles they are investigating and that actual crime investigation is not as straightforward or glamorous as their preferred podcasts make it appear.
With its clever writing, comic timing, and fascinating puzzles, Only Murders in the Building has enthralled viewers. Strong performances, likable characters, and skillful balancing of suspense and humor have earned the show accolades. The show's secrets have also made the series a cultural phenomenon that motivates viewers to join in internet debates and hypotheses.