The popular Hulu show “Only Murders in the Building” is set to undergo a major change in its upcoming fourth season. The president of the Disney Television Group, Craig Erwich, recently confirmed that the show will be moving its setting from the Upper West Side of New York City to sunny Los Angeles. This news has left fans feeling a little less excited about the new season.
The star-studded cast, including Selena Gomez, Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Meryl Streep, will now be solving mysteries and podcasting about them in the glamorous city of Los Angeles. Erwich expressed his excitement about this change, comparing it to the unique storytelling approach taken in the previous season set in Broadway. He believes that the move to Los Angeles will bring a fresh and exciting perspective to the show.
Hints of this move were already present in the third season, as Streep’s character received acting offers in Los Angeles. However, Short’s character expressed his preference for the West Coast in small doses, adding a relatable touch to the storyline.
In the first three seasons, the central filming location for “Only Murders in the Building” was the real-life Belnord building on West 86th Street. This iconic building, known for its massive entryway and gate, was designated as a New York City landmark in 1966. It is one of the few buildings in NYC where cars can enter and do a loop around the courtyard to exit. In the show, the building is referred to as “The Arconia.”
While there are no reports suggesting that the fourth season will be the final one for “Only Murders in the Building,” fans are eagerly awaiting its return to the Upper West Side. Erwich assured fans that the show will eventually make its way back to “The Arconia,” but did not provide a specific timeline for this.
As of now, there is no premiere date set for the fourth season. Fans will have to stay tuned for further updates on when they can expect their favorite characters to return to their beloved Upper West Side setting.
In conclusion, the fourth season of “Only Murders in the Building” will be taking a new direction as it moves its setting from the Upper West Side of New York City to Los Angeles. This change has left fans curious and slightly less excited about the upcoming season. However, with the star-studded cast and the promise of a unique storytelling approach, there is still much anticipation surrounding the show’s return. Fans will have to wait for further updates on when they can expect to see their favorite characters back at “The Arconia” on the Upper West Side.
