The hit mystery-comedy series Only Murders in the Building continues its fifth season with Episode 5, titled Tongue Tied, which is set to release on September 23, 2025. In this season, Charles, Oliver, and Mabel find themselves entangled in a web of secrets involving billionaires, mobsters, and the shocking murder of their beloved doorman, Lester. The upcoming episode promises to delve deeper into the consequences of the trio’s recent missteps, including a binding contract with the podcast network Wondify that threatens to silence their investigation.
Release Date and Global Streaming Times
Episode 5 of Only Murders in the Building Season 5 will be available for streaming on Hulu in the U.S. and on Disney+ for international audiences. The episode will drop at 12:00 AM Eastern Time (ET) and 9:00 PM Pacific Time (PT) on September 23, 2025. For viewers in other regions, the release time will vary based on time zones. For example, audiences in the United Kingdom can watch at 4:00 AM GMT, while those in India can stream it at 9:30 AM IST. Australia will have the episode available at 2:00 PM AEST, and Japan at 1:00 PM JST.
What Happened in Episode 4?
In Episode 4, titled Dirty Birds, the trio confronted the billionaires they suspected were involved in Lester’s murder: Jay Pflug (Logan Lerman), Bash Steed (Christoph Waltz), and Camila White (Renée Zellweger). They invited them to a podcast recording session under the guise of clearing their names, only to realize they were being manipulated. Jay revealed that his missing finger was the result of a drunken accident involving Nicky Caccimelio, not related to the murder. However, the biggest shock came when the trio signed a contract with Wondify to publish their podcast, only to discover that the billionaires were the investors behind the network. This left them legally unable to accuse Jay, Bash, or Camila of any wrongdoing.
What to Expect in Episode 5
Tongue Tied will likely focus on the aftermath of the Wondify deal and the trio’s attempts to navigate their newfound constraints. With the billionaires now in control of their podcast, Charles, Oliver, and Mabel must find alternative ways to investigate Lester’s murder without violating their contract. The episode may also explore the return of Mabel’s former friend, Althea (Beanie Feldstein), who recently moved into the Arconia and could hold clues to the case. Additionally, the episode might delve deeper into the connection between Lester’s death and the secret gambling ring operated by Nicky Caccimelio.
The Broader Mystery of Season 5
Season 5 of Only Murders in the Building has introduced several new characters and plotlines, including the involvement of the Caputo crime family and the emergence of powerful billionaires as key players. The season explores themes of old vs. new New York, with the trio discovering a divide between the city they thought they knew and the modern forces reshaping it. The show’s creator, John Hoffman, described this season as a return to the series’ roots, focusing on the Arconia building and its residents while incorporating real-world influences like technology and power dynamics.
John Hoffman stated, “The trio discovers a deeper divide between their storied city they thought they knew and the new New York evolving around them — one where the old mob fights to hold on as newer, even more dangerous players emerge.”
How to Watch
Viewers can stream Only Murders in the Building Season 5 on Hulu in the U.S. and on Disney+ internationally. Hulu offers plans starting at $7.99 per month, while the Disney Bundle Duo Basic, which includes Disney+ and Hulu with ads, is available for $10.99 per month. The season consists of 10 episodes, with new episodes releasing weekly every Tuesday until the finale on October 28, 2025.
Key Characters and Cast
The main trio—Steve Martin as Charles, Martin Short as Oliver, and Selena Gomez as Mabel—return for this season. They are joined by recurring guests like Keegan-Michael Key as Mayor Tillman, Dianne Wiest as Lorraine (Lester’s wife), and Bobby Cannavale as Nicky Caccimelio. New additions include Christoph Waltz, Logan Lerman, and Renée Zellweger as the billionaire suspects, as well as Beanie Feldstein as Althea.
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