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Only Murders in the Building Season 6: Guest Cast Unveiled as Series Shifts to London
6/10/2026, 8:45:58 PM
Core Announcement: Guest Stars Confirmed and Production Moves Overseas
Disney, via Hulu, confirmed on June 10 2026 that seven British actors—Jennifer Saunders, Sean Teale, Simone Ashley, Amar Chadha-Patel, Rhea Norwood, Matthew Beard and Sharon Horgan—have been cast in recurring guest-star roles for season 6 of *Only Murders in the Building*. The same announcement confirmed that the series will film entirely in London, marking the first fully international season for the comedy-drama.
Background & Context
Since its 2021 debut, the show has built a reputation for integrating high-profile guest talent each season. Season 5 concluded in October 2025 with a cliffhanger in which true-crime podcaster Cinda Canning (Tina Fey) is found dead outside the Arconia after returning from a UK investigation. The unresolved murder sets the narrative foundation for the upcoming London-based storyline.
Key Figures & Guest Stars
- Core trio: Steve Martin (Charles-Haden Savage), Martin Short (Oliver Putnam), Selena Gomez (Mabel Mora).
- Executive producers: John Hoffman, Steve Martin, Martin Short, Selena Gomez, Dan Fogelman, Jess Rosenthal, Ben Smith, Jennifer Crittenden, Gabrielle Allan.
- Confirmed guests: Jennifer Saunders (*Absolutely Fabulous*), Sean Teale (*Skins*), Simone Ashley (*Bridgerton*), Amar Chadha-Patel (*Willow*), Rhea Norwood (*Heartstopper*), Matthew Beard (*The Imitation Game*), Sharon Horgan (*Catastrophe*, *Bad Sisters*).
- Returning talent: Da’Vine Joy Randolph (Detective Donna Williams) photographed on set.
Timeline of Developments
- Oct 2025 – Season 5 finale airs, ending with Cinda Canning’s death.
- Oct 28 2025 – Hulu announces renewal and the decision to relocate production to London.
- June 10 2026 – Disney confirms guest-star lineup and London filming via Deadline and UPI.
- June 2026 onward – Principal photography in the United Kingdom.
- Fall 2026 (expected) – Projected release window, consistent with the series’ historical August-October premieres.
Data & Statistics
- Guest-star count: Seven confirmed British actors.
- Viewership: The series is Hulu’s most-watched original comedy (source).
- Accolades: Multiple Emmy nominations for Outstanding Comedy Series across several cycles.
Official Statements & Responses
Showrunner John Hoffman described the upcoming season as fully immersed in London culture, referring to the city as a “sister city” to New York and likening the investigative trio to “fish in new waters.” Steve Martin posted a set photograph with Jennifer Saunders, expressing enthusiasm for collaborating with the veteran comedian.
Criticism & Opposition
No published criticism or opposition to the season-6 casting or relocation has been reported in the available sources.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
- Release date: No official premiere date has been announced.
- Character assignments: Disney has not disclosed which roles the new guest stars will portray.
- Returning guests: Apart from Da’Vine Joy Randolph, the status of previous season-5 guest talent remains unconfirmed.
Verbatim Quotes
- “We love working with Jennifer Saunders, for whom chewing the scenery is fine dining,” — Steve Martin, Actor/Executive Producer
- “New York’s sister city” — John Hoffman, Showrunner/Executive Producer
- “fish in new waters,” — John Hoffman, Showrunner/Executive Producer
What’s Next
Tina Fey is slated to appear in three episodes, including the premiere and the final two, to continue the investigation of Cinda Canning’s murder. Production will conclude later in 2026, after which Hulu will likely announce an official release date and further plot details.
