What Time Is Only Murders In The Building Season 2

Okay, let's talk Only Murders In The Building Season 2. We all watched it. We all (probably) loved it.

But a question has been nagging at me. And maybe, just maybe, you've felt it too.

What Time Does Season 2 ACTUALLY Take Place?

No, I'm not talking about the release date on Hulu. I mean, what YEAR are Mabel, Charles, and Oliver living in during season 2?

Hear me out. It's not as obvious as you think.

Exhibit A: The Technology.

They have smartphones. Cool. People wear headphones. Normal. But something feels…off.

Is it just me, or does the tech feel like it’s perpetually stuck in, like, 2017? Everyone's using slightly outdated apps and talking about viral videos that feel vintage-viral.

I'm not saying they're using flip phones. But are they really rocking the latest iPhone? I'm dubious.

Exhibit B: The Vibe.

The overall feel of Season 2 is slightly… nostalgic? Like a cozy throwback.

Think about it. The art deco aesthetic, the quirky characters, the old-school murder mystery vibes... It's almost like they're deliberately trying to evoke a different era, even within the modern setting.

Maybe it's just the Arconia's vintage charm rubbing off on everything. Or maybe it's something more...

My Unpopular Opinion (Brace Yourselves!)

Here it comes. Ready?

I think Only Murders In The Building Season 2 exists in a slightly… alternate timeline. A timeline where technology hasn't quite progressed as far. Where the internet is still a little bit clunkier. Where the charm of the past lingers just a bit longer.

Don't @ me! I know it's a TV show. I know they probably just didn't want to focus on the latest TikTok trends.

But Consider This:

The writers are clever. They're deliberate. Nothing is accidental.

Could the slightly-off timeline be intentional? A subtle way to heighten the show's quirky, anachronistic appeal?

Perhaps Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez are actually time travelers. Okay, probably not. But it's fun to think about!

So, What Time IS It Really?

Maybe it's 2022. Maybe it's 2017-ish. Maybe it's some weird, delightful blend of both.

The beauty of Only Murders In The Building is that it doesn't really matter. The show is about the characters, the mystery, and the humor.

But next time you watch Season 2, pay attention. See if you get the same slightly-off vibe that I do.

And if you do, remember: you're not alone in your slightly-unhinged theory. We can be weird together.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go listen to a podcast on my vintage iPod.

Just kidding! ...Mostly.

What time is it? Time to rewatch Only Murders In The Building!