Uncertainty looms over the future of ‘Only Murders in the Building’ despite the show’s success.

After Selena Gomez’s Only Murders in the Building season 3 went out with a bang, Hulu renewed the highly appreciated show for its next season. Set to premiere on Tuesday, August 27, the show introduces new cast members Molly Shannon, Eugene Levy, Eva Longoria, and Melissa McCarthy.
Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez in Only Murders in the Building (2021) | Hulu
But as the news about Only Murders in the Building season 4 hit social media, speculations sparked over the fate of the show beyond its upcoming fourth season. Fans started anticipating that the upcoming season might be the end of the high-rated series. Even Selena Gomez seemed to add a hint of apprehension to the show’s future.

Selena Gomez’s Only Murders in the Building Returns With Season 4

After Selena Gomez’s Only Murders in the Building season 3 achieved new levels of acclaim, Hulu made up its mind to return with another season for the show. Resuming their filming in March, via Digital Spy, Gomez’s highly appreciated series made headlines for introducing new faces, alongside the OG members Meryl Streep and Da’Vine Joy Randolph.

Only Murders in the Building unveiled the first-look trailer of season four on May 14, while announcing their premiere date to be August 27. Returning with the distinct narrative surrounding true crime enthusiasts who are engaged in solving mysteries in their own apartment building, Selena Gomez‘s show promises new and gripping tales awaiting season 4.
Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez in Only Murders in the Building (2021) | Hulu
Meanwhile, as the news surrounding Only Murders in the Building season 4 reaches fans, people have started assuming that the upcoming installment will mark the end of the beloved show. Despite garnering stupendously high ratings and a dedicated fanbase, speculation looms large over the show’s future beyond its upcoming season 4.

Selena Gomez Adds Uncertainty to the Future of Her Beloved Show

Addressing the rumor that Only Murders in the Building could potentially wrap up with August’s fourth season, Selena Gomez shared her opinion during an interview with Variety. Being brutally candid about the uncertainty surrounding the show’s continuation beyond season 4, Gomez seemingly sparked even more concerns among fans.
Selena Gomez in Only Murders in the Building | Hulu

I honestly don’t know what the future holds. Every season, we put everything into the show as if it’s our last. I’m really happy with how it’s blossomed and am content right now. But again, who knows? Let’s see what happens.

Despite captivating audiences since its debut, with the unique blend of humor, mystery, and charismatic performances, Only Murders in the Building now stands on perilous grounds. As rumors suggest that the fourth season could potentially be its last, fans express anticipation for the upcoming season while showing concern over the future of the show.

 


 
 

Unwilling to see the end of Only Murders in the Building with season 4, fans are coming up with theories to be optimistic about the future of the show. Taking to social media, netizens thus began analyzing narrative arcs and wondered about possible plot twists that could somehow extend the show’s run. Despite the tension, Hulu has not officially confirmed anything about the fate of the show beyond season 4.