'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4: All the star-studded cameos you can expect

From Meryl Streep to Melissa McCarthy, here’s a list of celebrities making cameos in Season 4 of 'Only Murders in the Building'
'Only Murders in the Building' promises a fresh lineup of celebrity cameos along with some familiar faces from previous seasons (@hulu/@gettyimages)
'Only Murders in the Building' promises a fresh lineup of celebrity cameos along with some familiar faces from previous seasons (@hulu/@gettyimages)

Contains spoilers for 'Only Murders in the Building'

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Hulu's 'Only Murders in the Building' is popular among fans for two reasons-- its thrilling mystery, balanced perfectly with humor, and its impressive array of star-studded cameos.

This August, the show returns for Season 4, promising a fresh lineup of celebrity cameos alongside some familiar faces from previous seasons.

While you wait for the next season to release, here's a look at all the confirmed guest appearances, apart from the main cast that includes Selena Gomez, Steve Martin, and Martin Short. 

1. Meryl Streep

Meryl Streep in 'Only Murders in the Building' (@hulu)
Meryl Streep in 'Only Murders in the Building' (@hulu)

Three-time Academy Award winner, Meryl Streep, made a special cameo in Season 3 of 'Only Murders in the Building'. She plays Loretta Durkin, a struggling Hollywood actress, and Oliver Putnam's love interest.

Her fans can rejoice as she returns for Season 4, where we anticipate significant developments in Oliver and Loretta's love story.

2. Jane Lynch

Jane Lynch in a still from 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 trailer (YouTube/@hulu)
Jane Lynch in a still from 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 trailer (YouTube/@hulu)

Jane Lynch as Sazz Pataki had recurring appearances in three seasons of 'Only Murders in the Building'. [Major spoiler from Season 3] In the Season 3 finale, Sazz was shot and killed by an unknown assassin.

Although this character has been killed off, Jane Lynch will return in Season 4.

Confirming her comeback, she said, "Well, I'm the murder victim, which is not a tease. And so I have some really great flashbacks... I don't want to give it away though, but I'm in it a lot. I'm in five out of 10 episodes, so I'm excited," in an interview with People.

3. Molly Shannon

Molly Shannon in a still from the trailer for 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 (YouTube/@hulu)
Molly Shannon in a still from the trailer for 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 (YouTube/@hulu)

Actress and comedian Molly Shannon is known for her work on 'Saturday Night Live' from 1995 to 2001. The 59-year-old actress will make a special cameo in Season 4 of 'Only Murders in the Building'.

Her filmography includes ' Never Been Kissed' (1999), ‘Wet Hot American Summer' (2001), ‘Osmosis Jones' (2001) and 'Evan Almighty' (2007).

4. Eva Longoria

Eva Longoria in a still from the trailer for 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 (YouTube/@hulu)
Eva Longoria in a still from the trailer for 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 (YouTube/@hulu)

Eva Longoria is popular for her role as Gabrielle Solis on the ABC TV series 'Desperate Housewives'. She has joined the guest star list for the fourth season of the Hulu show.

She will be playing herself, portraying Selena Gomez's Mabel Mora in the film adaptation of the podcast, as confirmed by TVLine.

5. Eugene Levy

Eugene Levy in a still from the trailer for 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 (YouTube/@hulu)
Eugene Levy in a still from the trailer for 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 (YouTube/@hulu)

With Mabel having her movie doppelgänger, Charles and Oliver will have theirs as well. Canadian actor and comedian Eugene Levy will appear as himself, taking on the role of Charles's character in the film adaptation.

Throughout his remarkable career, Levy has won several accolades including four Primetime Emmy Awards, a Grammy Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award.

He is popularly known for playing Johnny Rose in the sitcom 'Schitt's Creek'. He has also been a part of the 'American Pie' film series.

6. Zach Galifianakis

Zach Galifianakis in a still from the trailer for 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 (YouTube/@hulu)
Zach Galifianakis in a still from the trailer for 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 (YouTube/@hulu)

Zach Galifianakis will also star as himself and will be portraying Oliver in the film adaptation of the trio's podcast.

The 54-year-old actor is best known for playing Alan in 'The Hangover' trilogy. He is also popular among fans for starring in the FX series 'Baskets' (2016–2019).

7. Richard Kind

Richard Kind in a still from the trailer for 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 (YouTube/@hulu)
Richard Kind in a still from the trailer for 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 (YouTube/@hulu)

Richard Kind, 67, hails from New Jersey and is known for his extensive filmography, which includes ‘Confessions of a Dangerous Mind' (2002), 'Big Stan' (2007), and 'The Out-Laws' (2023).

He will be joining the cast of 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 for a cameo.

8. Kumail Nanjiani

Kumail Nanjiani in a still from the trailer for 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 (YouTube/@hulu)
Kumail Nanjiani in a still from the trailer for 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 (YouTube/@hulu)

Kumail Nanjiani is a Pakistani-American stand-up comedian and actor, best known for his role as Dinesh in the HBO comedy series 'Silicon Valley' (2014–2019). He also had a notable appearance in 'The Twilight Zone' (2019).

He is among the confirmed celebrity guests for Season 4 of Selena Gomez's 'Only Murders in the Building'.

9. Melissa McCarthy

Melissa McCarthy in a still from the trailer for 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 (YouTube/@hulu)
Melissa McCarthy in a still from the trailer for 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 (YouTube/@hulu)

Melissa McCarthy, who previously served as a host on 'Saturday Night Live' from 2011 to 2017, will also be joining the cameo list of the Hulu show.

She is known for her roles in 'Bridesmaids', 'Gilmore Girls', ‘Samantha Who?', and ' Mike & Molly'.

How to stream 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4?

Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez in 'Only Murders in the Building' (@hulu
Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez in a still from 'Only Murders in the Building' (@hulu)

'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 is scheduled to premiere on Hulu on August 27, 2024.

To watch the show, you'll need to buy or renew your membership to the streaming platform which starts at $7.99/month.

Meanwhile, three seasons of the mystery comedy show are currently available to binge-watch on Hulu.

'Only Murders in the Building' Season 4 trailer



 

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