# Only Murders in the Building season six setting change > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/only-murders-in-the-building-season-six-setting-change > Updated: 2026-09-01T22:09:27.000Z. Sources: 51. Developments: 6. The mystery series ‘Only Murders in the Building’ will change its primary setting from New York to London for its sixth season, titled ‘Only Murders in London’. Showrunner John Hoffman stated the move is intended to keep the show “fresh” and subvert expectations, though the “spirit of the show” will remain connected to its New York roots. The upcoming ten-part season follows protagonists Mabel, Charles, and Oliver to London following the death of character Cinda Canning, played by Tina Fey. Production for the season began in London in May 2026 and wrapped in late August 2026. The season is expected to lean into the “cozy mystery” tradition of the United Kingdom. The cast has expanded significantly to include several ‘Doctor Who’ alumni. Joining the original trio of Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez are David Tennant, Jodie Whittaker, and Peter Capaldi, who has joined as a recurring guest star. Other notable additions include Jim Broadbent, Nicola Coughlan, Richard Ayoade, Meryl Streep, Martin Freeman, and Oscar-winner Olivia Colman. Hulu and Disney+ have confirmed the sixth season will premiere on December 8, 2026. This winter release marks a departure from the series’ traditional late-summer premiere schedule. Following the conclusion of filming in London, the production is undergoing a logistical shift. While an official renewal for a seventh season has not been announced, the writers’ room is reportedly relocating from Los Angeles to New York. Led by Hoffman, this move aims to facilitate simultaneous writing and filming to maintain a yearly release cadence and manage creative responsibilities in the series’ original setting. ## Claims - The sixth season of ‘Only Murders in the Building’ is scheduled to premiere on December 8, 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The plot follows the protagonists investigating the death of character Cinda Canning. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez will return as lead actors. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The cast includes guest stars such as Olivia Colman, Meryl Streep, David Tennant, Nicola Coughlan, and Martin Freeman. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The sixth season will be titled ‘Only Murders in London’ to reflect the change in setting. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Season 6 will consist of 10 episodes. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-01: Only Murders in the Building writers' room moving to New York The writers’ room for Hulu’s ‘Only Murders in the Building’ is moving from Los Angeles to New York to prepare for a potential seventh season and streamline production. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/only-murders-in-the-building-writers-room-moving-to-new-york-1 ### 2026-08-25: Only Murders in the Building moves to London for Season 6 The sixth season of ‘Only Murders in the Building’, titled ‘Only Murders in London’, premieres December 8, 2026, on Disney+, moving the mystery from New York to London. 23 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/only-murders-in-the-building-season-6-to-premiere-in-december ### 2026-08-20: Olivia Colman joins ‘Only Murders in the Building’ season six Olivia Colman joins the cast of ‘Only Murders in the Building’ season six, which will move its setting to London. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/olivia-colman-joins-only-murders-in-the-building-season-six ### 2026-08-17: Olivia Colman joins Only Murders in the Building season 6 cast Olivia Colman has joined the cast of ‘Only Murders in the Building’ season 6, which will see the series move from New York to London. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/only-murders-in-the-building-season-6-moves-to-london ### 2026-08-13: Only Murders in the Building adds Doctor Who stars for London season Season 6 of ‘Only Murders in the Building’ moves to London and adds several ‘Doctor Who’ stars, including Peter Capaldi, David Tennant, and Jodie Whittaker, to its star-studded ensemble cast. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/only-murders-in-the-building-moves-to-london-for-season-six ### 2026-08-09: Only Murders in the Building to move setting to London for season 6 Only Murders in the Building will move its setting to London for season 6, following the death of Cinda Canning, as showrunner John Hoffman seeks to keep the series fresh. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/only-murders-in-the-building-to-move-setting-to-london-for-season-6 --- Cite as: Only Murders in the Building season six setting change. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/only-murders-in-the-building-season-six-setting-change