By Morfeli Data Desk (AI-assisted, data-checked) · Published: November 16, 2026 · Last updated: November 16, 2026 · 5 min read
Only Murders in the Building is a highly-rated mystery comedy series following three podcast-obsessed strangers involved in a real-life crime investigation.
Only Murders in the Building, which debuted in 2021 on Hulu, currently holds an 8.4 TMDB score and an 8.0 IMDb rating. The series has produced 51 episodes across 6 seasons.
Review roundup, not a personal review. Scores and audience reviews were checked on November 16, 2026. Spoiler-free.
- TMDB audience score: 8.4/10 (2340 votes)
- IMDb: 8.0/10 (208,334 votes)
- Seasons: 6 seasons, 51 episodes
- Rank among 2021 releases: about #3 of 123
How Only Murders in the Building Stacks Up
- Among the 123 English-language series that first aired in 2021 with at least 200 TMDB votes, Only Murders in the Building ranks about #3 by audience score, roughly the top 2 percent.
- Within comedy alone, it ranks about #1 of 31 in the same group.
The show ranks within the top 2 percent of 123 English-language series from 2021. It holds the number one spot among comedies from that group. Performance remains high across seasons, with scores consistently ranging from 9.2 to 9.5.
Critics vs Audiences
- TMDB audiences give it 8.4/10 across 2340 votes.
Different sites measure different things. IMDb and TMDB scores average votes from registered users. The Rotten Tomatoes percentage is the share of critic reviews counted as positive, not an average grade. Metacritic converts reviews into a weighted average out of 100. A title can score high on one and lower on another, so look at all of them together.
What Reviewers Are Saying
This section is based on 3 recent audience reviews posted on TMDB, which rate it 6.5/10 on average (1 positive, 0 mixed, 1 negative among 2 rated reviews). It is a small sample and not the whole audience.
What reviewers praise
- Some reviewers noted the show explores detailed plots whilst being light.
What reviewers criticize
- Several TMDB reviewers found the show to be a slow and badly written comedy.
- Some reviewers reported losing interest in the characters by the third episode.
The reviews behind this summary
| Posted | Rating | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-11 | 9/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2021-12 | 4/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2023-10 | — | Read the full review on TMDB |
What Is Only Murders in the Building About? (Spoiler-Free)
Three individuals connected by their shared interest in true crime podcasts become entangled in a mystery. They must navigate an investigation while residing in the same building.
Only Murders in the Building at a Glance
Cast and Characters
- Steve Martin as Charles-Haden Savage
- Martin Short as Oliver Putnam
- Selena Gomez as Mabel Mora
The Cast and Crew’s Track Record
Martin Short’s projects since 2020 average 6.8 on TMDB. Selena Gomez’s projects since 2020 maintain an average TMDB score of 7.2.
Other recent work from the lead cast of Only Murders in the Building (since 2020):
| Actor | Recent project | Type | Role | TMDB score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martin Short avg 6.8/10 | Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom (2023) | Movie | Kingfish (voice) | 6.5/10 |
| Schmigadoon! (2021) | TV | Oscar the Leprechaun | 6.9/10 | |
| Schmigadoon! (2021) | TV | Steve the Leprechaun | 6.9/10 | |
| The Willoughbys (2020) | Movie | The Father (voice) | 7.1/10 | |
| Selena Gomez avg 7.2/10 | Wizards Beyond Waverly Place (2024) | TV | Alex Russo | 8.8/10 |
| Hotel Transylvania: Transformania (2022) | Movie | Mavis (voice) | 7.0/10 | |
| Dolittle (2020) | Movie | Betsy (voice) | 6.6/10 | |
| Emilia PĆ©rez (2024) | Movie | Jessi | 6.4/10 |
Season by Season
| Season | First aired | Episodes | Avg episode rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aug 31, 2021 | 10 | 9.2/10 |
| 2 | Jun 28, 2022 | 10 | 9.3/10 |
| 3 | Aug 7, 2023 | 10 | 9.2/10 |
| 4 | Aug 27, 2024 | 10 | 9.3/10 |
| 5 | Sep 9, 2025 | 10 | 9.5/10 |
| 6 | Dec 8, 2026 | 1 | — |
The best-rated season in this sample is season 5 (9.5/10), whose top episode is "Rigor" (9.7/10).
Next episode listed on TMDB: Episode 1 (season 6) on Dec 8, 2026.
Where to Watch (US)
| Streaming | Disney Plus, Hulu |
|---|
Availability data from TMDB (provided by JustWatch), checked November 16, 2026. It changes often.
The Bottom Line
It is a returning series currently available on Hulu.
It may suit you if:
- Viewers who enjoy mystery and comedy genres featuring a female protagonist.
- Fans of podcasts and stories centered on friendship and evidence.
You might skip it if:
- Viewers who prefer fast-paced storytelling.
- Those who dislike slow-moving comedy series.
Shows Like Only Murders in the Building
| Title | TMDB score | About |
|---|---|---|
| The Afterparty (2022) | 7.1/10 | Nothing is as it seems in this hilarious murder mystery where each suspect's story is told through a different film genre. |
| Poker Face (2023) | 7.4/10 | Follow Charlie Cale, a woman with an extraordinary ability to tell when someone is lying, as she hits the road and, at every stop, encounters a new… |
| Murderville (2022) | 6.4/10 | Eccentric detective Terry Seattle teams up with clueless celebrity guest stars to investigate a series of murders in this improvisational crime… |
| The Residence (2025) | 7.5/10 | A brilliant, eccentric detective must solve a murder in the White House residence — where the staff and guests at a state dinner are all suspects. |
| Grimsburg (2024) | 6.2/10 | Marvin Flute may be the greatest detective ever to catch a cannibal clown or correctly identify a mid-century modern armoire. |
| The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window (2022) | 6.5/10 | For Anna, every day is the same. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMDb rating of Only Murders in the Building?
On November 16, 2026 the IMDb rating was 8.0/10 from 208,334 votes. It changes as people vote.
Is Only Murders in the Building one of the best-rated 2021 series?
By TMDB audience score it ranks about #3 of 123 English-language titles with at least 200 votes, as of November 16, 2026.
How many seasons does Only Murders in the Building have?
Only Murders in the Building has 6 season(s) and 51 episode(s) listed on TMDB. Status: Returning Series.
Who stars in Only Murders in the Building?
Steve Martin, Martin Short, Selena Gomez.
Data checked on November 16, 2026. Movie and TV data from TMDB. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Ratings via OMDb (IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic) where shown. Audience reviews belong to their authors on TMDB. Scores change over time; check the source for the latest numbers.
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