Only Murders in the Building Podcast Adaptation (Part 1) w/ writers JJ Philbin and Ella Robinson Brooks and director Jessica Yu
Sep 25, 2024
Join writers JJ Philbin and Ella Robinson Brooks, along with director Jessica Yu, as they spill behind-the-scenes secrets from Season 4. Discover which actor had Selena Gomez breaking character during filming! Hear how Fisher Price toys inspired a challenging scene and the creative chaos of adapting the series. The trio also dives into the storytelling techniques used, including murder boards and character development. Plus, don't miss the chance to win tickets to an Only Murders-themed escape room!
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Murder Boards Are Narrative Tools
- The show uses multiple murder boards as both practical research tools and visual storytelling devices.
- Writers and production populate boards with timelines, clues, and whimsical bits to reflect investigative obsession.
Molly's Pedicure Notes Shaped Bev
- Molly Shannon improvised and sent alternate line notes from a pedicure, which the writers incorporated into Bev Mellon's voice.
- Selena Gomez kept breaking character laughing with Molly, surprising the writers on set.
Selena Broke Character With Molly
- Writers loved watching Molly Shannon and Selena Gomez do the elevator scene because Selena broke character laughing.
- That on-set chemistry convinced writers they wanted more Bev and Mabel together.