Is The Arconia a real building? 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 moves to Hollywood
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: The Arconia in 'Only Murders in the Building' isn't just a backdrop; it’s a central character in its own right. As the home of Charles-Haden Savage (Steve Martin), Oliver Putnam (Martin Short), and Mabel Mora (Selena Gomez), it plays a pivotal role in the narrative, intricately linking the characters and the plot. Interestingly, this stunning setting isn’t a temporary set but a real building located in New York.
The title of Selena Gomez's show, 'Only Murders in the Building', reflects the trio's commitment to solving only the murder that happened within the Arconia. This focus underscores the building’s central role in the storyline and highlights the emotional significance it holds for the characters.
Where is the famous Arconia from 'Only Murders in the Building' located?
In the Hulu show, the Italian Renaissance-style building known as the Arconia is called The Belnord. Located at 225 West 86th Street in New York City, the building is as grand and stunning in real life as it appears on screen. It has become a known spot among the young residents of NYC, Belnord’s sales director Maya Kadouri told The Wrap, while crediting the building's popularity to the show's success.
Built-in 1908, this architectural marvel offers grand apartment-style homes and has housed notable personalities such as Zero Mostel, Walter Matthau, and Lee Strasberg, who was frequently visited by the legendary actress Marilyn Monroe, according to a report by The Wrap. The building features two archways that lead to one of the largest private courtyards in New York City. As of 2023, apartment units in The Belnord range from a minimum price of $3 million to as much as $11 million.
Will Arconia remain crucial in 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4?
John Hoffman, co-creator of 'Only Murders in the Building' wanted an elegant and historic backdrop that could elevate the mystery while doing justice to the casting choices, which included the special cameos by Meryl Streep and Paul Rudd. “For our story and our fictional Arconia, I knew we needed a home that carried enough history and elegance to hold a world of mystery and intrigue—and one that could also serve as a fitting backdrop worthy of our legendary cast," he elaborated to House Beautiful.
Season 4 of 'Only Murders in the Building' is shifting its base from New York to Los Angeles. Despite the location change, Arconia will remain "central" in the upcoming season, confirmed Jack Hoffman to The Wrap. “The beating heart of the show will always be located within this trio and within that building,” he added.
How to stream 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4?
'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 will arrive on Hulu on Tuesday, August 27. The streaming platform is likely to drop two episodes on the premiere day, followed by the weekly release of fresh episodes until the finale.
Meanwhile, three seasons of the show are currently available to stream on Hulu. You can watch 'Only Murders in the Building' by purchasing a subscription to Hulu which comes at a cost as low as $7.99/month.
'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 trailer
