Christoph Waltz Joins Star-Studded Cast for Season 5

Christoph Waltz, a two-time Oscar-winning actor known for his roles in Quentin Tarantino's films, has joined the cast of Hulu's 'Only Murders in the Building' for its fifth season. Waltz will appear in a recurring role alongside series regulars Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez, as well as newcomers like Keegan-Michael Key and Téa Leoni. While details of his character remain under wraps, his casting continues the show's tradition of featuring high-profile guest stars, including Meryl Streep and Paul Rudd. The series, which has been a cultural hit since its 2021 debut, recently won a SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series. Production for the fifth season began in early March 2025, with an anticipated release following the series' traditional yearly schedule.