“Unraveling the Mystery: How ‘Only Murders in the Building’ Breathed New Life into TV Whodunits”
Multihyphenate Steve Martin brings his actor sensibilities to the table when writing alongside John Hoffman, making it far easier to capitalize on the comedic talents of not only the three main cast—but the many celebrity guest stars that mount with each new season.
‘Only Murders in the Building’ (2021 – )
Updating the Murder of the Week Story
With new conflicts, new characters, and a knack for long-form storytelling, Hoffman and Martin keep the ball rolling with episodic flair as well. Shining examples of this knack include S1E7, “The Boy from 6B,” where a significant shift allows audiences to see the main cast’s antics from the perspective of a deaf character.
