Only Murders in the Building Season 5: EP John Hoffman on Lester’s Fate and Mob Twist
Only Murders in the Building Season 5: EP John Hoffman on Lester’s Fate and Mob Twist
Executive Producer John Hoffman recently offered insights into the fifth season of Hulu’s hit series, ‘Only Murders in the Building,’ detailing the emotional reveal of Lester as the season’s initial victim and the show’s pivot into the world of New York City’s criminal underbelly. Speaking about the moment Teddy Coluca, who plays the beloved Arconia doorman Lester, discovered his character’s fate, Hoffman shared that he inadvertently missed the chance to break the news personally, leading to Coluca’s tearful realization upon reading the script.
Hoffman explained that Lester’s long tenure as a doorman provided a rich foundation for exploring the season’s themes, allowing the narrative to delve into the historical and contemporary power dynamics within New York. This exploration led to the introduction of the ‘mob’ element, both old and new, and the surprising death of Nicky Caccimelio, a character central to the season’s evolving mystery. The production even secured a unique filming location—the iconic Corleone mansion from ‘The Godfather’—adding an authentic touch to the mob-related storylines.
The EP also touched on the inspiration behind the season’s billionaire trio, dubbed ‘the new mob,’ revealing they were crafted from extensive research into real-life tech and longevity figures. With Season 5 now unfolding, Hoffman reflected on the show’s sustained success, attributing it to its limitless premise and the creative challenge of continually reinventing its core mystery while progressing its beloved characters.
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