'Only Murders in the Building' Season 6 David Tennant, Nicola Coughlan
David Tennant and Nicola Coughlan join the cast of Only Murders in the Building for its upcoming sixth season, which moves the setting to London.
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📍 How it ended
Only Murders in the Building confirmed the addition of David Tennant and Nicola Coughlan to the cast for the series' London-based sixth season. The production expanded its ensemble to include 22 guest stars, bringing together two Doctor Who actors alongside Kathryn Hunter.
The story quieted without further developments following these casting announcements.
Epilogue added 58d ago, after coverage quieted.
The brief
The television series Only Murders in the Building is expanding its ensemble cast for season 6. David Tennant and Nicola Coughlan are confirmed as additions, alongside Kathryn Hunter. The new season will be set in London.
Coverage from AV Club, Radio Times, Reactor, Deadline, and Variety notes that 22 guest stars have been added to the production. Outlets highlight the involvement of two actors associated with Doctor Who. Future reports will track the roles of the incoming cast members and confirm the identities of the remaining guest stars.
Coverage does not yet specify the full list of the 22 new additions or the exact plot details for the London setting.
Synthesized by PULSE from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 58d ago.
Quick answers
Who are the high-profile additions to the cast?
David Tennant and Nicola Coughlan have been confirmed for the new season.
Where is the sixth season set?
The production is moving to London.
How many guest stars have been added?
According to coverage, 22 guest stars are joining the ensemble.
Coverage (5)
- Only Murders In The Building adds a whopping 22 guest stars to a star-studded ensemble AV Club · 64d ago
- 2 Doctor Who legends confirmed for Only Murders in the Building season 6 Radio Times · 64d ago
- Two Doctors Who—and the Incomparable Kathryn Hunter—Are Checking In to Only Murders in the Building’s London Season Reactor · 64d ago
- 'Only Murders In The Building' S6 Cast: David Tennant, Nicola Coughlan deadline.com · 64d ago
- 'Only Murders in the Building' Season 6 David Tennant, Nicola Coughlan Variety · 64d ago
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