How many seasons and episodes does Only Murders in the Building have?

Only Murders in the Building has 5 seasons and 50 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on August 31, 2021 to October 28, 2025.

Is Only Murders in the Building renewed, ended, or canceled?

Only Murders in the Building is currently an active returning series with future seasons planned or in development.

How long does it take to binge watch Only Murders in the Building?

It takes 35h 24m (2124 minutes) to watch the complete run of Only Murders in the Building. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 18 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 35.4 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 18 days.

Where can you stream or watch Only Murders in the Building?

Only Murders in the Building is available for streaming on Disney Plus, Hulu. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.

What is the official age rating for Only Murders in the Building?

Only Murders in the Building has an official content rating of TV-MA. It is intended for mature adult audiences and may contain explicit language, intense violence, or sexual themes.

Who are the lead actors in Only Murders in the Building?

The primary ensemble cast includes Steve Martin as Charles-Haden Savage (age 81), Martin Short as Oliver Putnam (age 76), Selena Gomez as Mabel Mora (age 34), Michael Cyril Creighton as Howard Morris (age 47).

Binge-Watching Time Guide

How Long Does It Take to Watch Only Murders in the Building?

2021 · 5 Seasons · 50 Episodes · Total Runtime: 35h 24m (2,124 mins)

Total Watch Time

35h 24m

2,124 minutes of non-stop content across all 50 episodes.

Weekend Binge Verdict

Multi-Week Commitment

Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 35.4 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 18 days.

Average Episode Length

42 mins

Typical episode runtime excluding ad breaks and credit sequences.

Standard Pace (2 hrs/day)

18 days

Finish by approximately Oct 13, 2026 if starting today.

Viewing Pace & Completion Dates

Estimate when you will complete the series based on your daily viewing commitment starting today (September 25, 2026):

Casual (1 hr/day)

36 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 31, 2026

Recommended Pace

Standard (2 hrs/day)

18 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 13, 2026

Dedicated (4 hrs/day)

9 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 4, 2026

Weekend Marathon (8 hrs/day)

5 days

Estimated completion:
Sep 30, 2026

Watch Time at Higher Playback Speeds

If you listen to commentary or watch at accelerated speeds on streaming apps:

1.00× (Normal): 35h 24m 1.25× Speed: 28h 19m (saves 7.1h) 1.50× Speed: 23h 36m (saves 11.8h)

Season-by-Season Runtime Breakdown

Season	Episodes	Total Runtime	Avg Length	Share of Series
Season 1 Shortest Season	10 episodes	5h 24m (324 mins)	32 mins/ep	15.3%
Season 2 Longest Season	10 episodes	7h 30m (450 mins)	45 mins/ep	21.2%
Season 3	10 episodes	7h 30m (450 mins)	45 mins/ep	21.2%
Season 4	10 episodes	7h 30m (450 mins)	45 mins/ep	21.2%
Season 5	10 episodes	7h 30m (450 mins)	45 mins/ep	21.2%

Frequently Asked Questions About Binge-Watching Only Murders in the Building

Can I binge-watch Only Murders in the Building in a single weekend?

Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 35.4 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 18 days. A 48-hour weekend provides about 16 to 24 waking hours; Only Murders in the Building contains 35h 24m of episodes.

How long does it take to watch all seasons of Only Murders in the Building at 2 hours a day?

At a steady rate of 2 hours per day, it will take approximately 18 days to finish the complete series. If you begin today, your projected finish date is Oct 13, 2026.

Which season of Only Murders in the Building is the longest?

Season 2 is the longest season with a total runtime of 7h 30m across 10 episodes.

How many total hours and episodes are in Only Murders in the Building?

The series consists of 50 episodes across 5 seasons, totaling 35h 24m (2,124 minutes) of screen time.