One of the three strangers who shares an interest in true crime podcasts, investigates suspicious murders in the Arconia building, and co-produces the podcast with his neighbors.
The arrogant and cowardly leader of the invading Boov race. He orchestrated Earth's invasion, relocated humans to Australia, and stole a mysterious artifact known as the Shusher to cover his tracks. When Oh exposes his lies and cowardice, he is stripped of command, replaced by Oh, and left behind as the Boov establish a new colony on the Moon.
The family's Bernese Mountain Dog, revealed at the end to be the film's narrator, observing the Coopers' holiday gatherings and eventual reconciliation.
Egyptian high priest and royal advisor.
Advertising executive eager to return to Chicago for Thanksgiving. Initially uptight, he shares a series of travel disasters with Del Griffith, loses his credit cards and cash, and eventually learns to show empathy, bringing Del home to his family.
Bumbling yet brilliant French detective, iconic comedic lead.
The charismatic leader of the actor-amigos who initially treats the mission as a performance until he is shot and realizes the danger is real.
Orin is Audrey's sadistic and abusive boyfriend, as well as a dentist who enjoys his patients' suffering. After physically and verbally abusing Audrey, he is confronted by Seymour. Orin accidentally asphyxiates himself while using nitrous oxide, and Seymour dismembers his body to feed Audrey II.
Devoted father of twelve and former college football coach striving to keep his family united.
A workaholic tax attorney separated from his wife Kate. After accidentally inviting felon Charlene Morton into his home, he lies that she is his nanny to protect her while secretly helping clear her name. He rediscovers his priorities, becomes a better father, wins back Kate, and eventually starts his own law firm with Howie.
An unsophisticated American hustler who blackmails Lawrence into training him in refined cons. He poses as a paraplegic veteran and later a mentally disabled brother to scam wealthy women. After losing a bet to Janet, he attempts to steal her money but gets outsmarted by The Jackal, ultimately joining Lawrence and Janet in a new con.
Older, wealthy, divorced logician who meets Mirabelle at Saks. Purchases gloves for her and initiates a lengthy affair, providing financial support and taking her to a psychiatrist. His constant travel and infidelity with a former girlfriend ultimately lead to Mirabelle leaving him. He later attends her art exhibition and apologizes for his past behavior.
Steve Martin has 200 screen credits in a career dating back to 1949. Their work spans 11 cinematic universes — most prominently Pink Panther with 2 titles. Signature works include Only Murders in the Building, Home, Planes, Trains and Automobiles. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 11 universes
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