Warning: this article contains spoilers forOnly Murders in The Building.Teddy Dimas is one ofOnly Murders in the Building’s best characters, with his popularity raising questions around why he has been absent from the latest two seasons. Established in the show’s earliest series, Teddy lives in the Arconia with his deaf son, Theo (James Caverly). His residency in 6B sparked a lifelong partnership and friendship with theOnly Murdersprotagonist Oliver Putnam (Martin Short). However, when crime aficionados follow one particularly troublesome lead inseason 1 ofOnly Murders in the Building, Teddy becomes a prime suspect in the murder of Tim Kono (Julian Cihi).
Of course, the main story revolves around thetrue-crime podcastersOliver Putnam, Charles Hayden-Savage (Steve Martin), and Mabel Mora (Selena Gomez), but Teddy is central to a good proportion of the show’s second season, too. After heading into 2022 with a career record of seven guest star nominations,Nathan Lane finally won his first Emmy for his roleinOnly Murders in the Building. This underscores how effective his performance in the show is. Given this, the fact that he hasn’t been involved in recent seasons is somewhat surprising – and needs to be rectified.
Teddy Dimas Was A Significant Part Of Only Murders in the Building
Teddy Was Crucial In A Murder Plot And Oliver’s Character’s Backstory
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Theo is implicated in his father’s business and happens to be responsible for the murder of Zoe, a fellow Arconian, years prior.Teddy came to his son’s protection by threatening the only witness, Tim Kono. This underscores the crucial role Teddy had in framing Oscar (Aaron Dominguez) and his accountability in Oscar’s unjust imprisonment. Additionally, the resident of 6B played a pivotal role inOliver Putnam’s fatein season 2, where it’s unexpectedly revealed that Teddy is the biological father of Oliver’s son, Will Putnam (Ryan Broussard) after having an affair with his neighbor’s ex-wife.
What Happened To Teddy Dimas In Only Murders in the Building?
Teddy Dimas' Last Appeared In Season 2 Of Only Murders in the Building
Only Murders in the Buildingseason 3 lost Nathan Lanefrom its lineup, which unofficially confirmed his absence from the following two seasons. Teddy’s most recent appearance was at the final stages of season 2, where the criminal was cleared of charges for the murder of Tim Kono, butthe discovery of Angel, Inc., resulted in a cascade of new chargesbeing brought against him. Season 2, episode 4, “Here’s Looking At You,” shows that the felon is under house arrest while he awaits trial.
How Only Murders In The Building’s Missing Character Could Be Integral In Season 5 Addressed By Showrunner
Only Murders in the Building’s missing character may be integral to the plot of season 5, as explained by showrunner and co-creator John Hoffman.
Although Teddy was absent from bothOnly Murders in the Building’s third and fourth seasons, his son has appeared more recently. Season 3 indicates that Theo and Mabel have remained friends, as he helps the young podcaster move her belongings out of the Arconia. However,Theo was absent from the fourth season, too. With that in mind, the criminal’s outcome is unknown, asOnly Murders in the Buildinghas neglected to acknowledge the trial since the end of the second season. Although it’s reasonable to presume Teddy may be incarcerated after shouldering the blame for Theo murdering Zoe.
Teddy Dimas Should Return In Only Murders in the Building Season 5
The New Murder Sets Up Teddy Dimas' Return Perfectly
It is likely that Teddy Dimas will have important intel for the investigation of Lester’s untimely death.
More importantly, however, is how the new murder acts as a perfect catalyst for Teddy Dimas' return toseason 5 ofOnly Murders in the Building. The doorman of the Arconia, Lester (Teddy Coluca) has been heavily associated with the building for many years. Previous episodes have seen him providing information to the trio on certain suspects, such as his private encounter with Sting in season 1, episode 4, “The Sting.” It is likely that Teddy Dimas will have important intel for the investigation into Lester’s untimely death.Nathan Lane has not been confirmed for the next season yet, but all signs point towards his return toOnly Murders in the Building.
