While I wasn't expecting that Meryl would not be part of the upcoming fifth season of Only Murders in the Building, we hadn't really had any confirmation of her participation until today. She was spotted with her on-screen husband/real-life boyfriend Martin Short on the sidewalk while filming a scene for the show.
For additional photos, click here. If previous seasons are any indication, we can expect new episodes sometime late summer.
Jeff, I feel the same way as you. Not excited at all but good that she's happy and working and cozying up to Martin Short. Looks like there's no movie in the pipeline. Sigh!
ReplyDeleteI love when Meryl works but honestly I prefer leading roles. Having an actress of Meryl's caliber and not using her is truly a waste. If instead it is her choice I hope the desire to act returns soon
ReplyDeleteShe is acting, she never lost the desire to act....
DeleteI really don't like actors to tie their private lives to their work. The role of Loretta has nothing to play. Fortunately, in the past,Don was not an actor and supported Meryl's career.
ReplyDeleteAre you just going to ignore that she herself said she wanted to do OMITB because she wanted joy? She joined OMITB before anything started with Martin.
DeleteI'm very disappointed. This is probably the end of Meryl. She won't go into any movies except being Martin's girlfriend. I don't expect anything more from her.
ReplyDeleteDevil Wears Prada 2 is literally in the works
DeleteAlso this is a pretty sexist thing to say that just because OMITB brought them together that she's suddenly ONLY doing it for Martin
DeleteI hope that she is offered other interesting roles and that she wants to play them
ReplyDeleteSomeone brought up an interesting point about mixing love life with work. I wouldn't go so far to say that Meryl has abandoned her interest in good movie roles but to a certain extent, I agree that she's doing S5 merely due to Martin because her Loretta character has already hit the dead end as far as engaging development is concerned - well, that's just my opinion anyway. This reminds me of Barbra Streisand when she hooked up with Jon Peters in the 70s and allowed him to produce some of her worst albums ever (Butterfly, anyone?) and traded her prestige movie roles (Way we were, what's up doc?) for horrid ones (main event). Anyway, to the person who has expressed disappointment in Meryl, please hang in there. I hope she surprises us.
ReplyDeleteThe new photos clearly indicated Loretta is getting involved with the investigation though? And she herself said she wanted to to OMITB because she wanted joy, she joined before anything started with Martin
DeleteI still hope in Joni Mitchell biopic and the Corrections...
ReplyDeleteOf course I want to see Meryl on other projects (as lead), but I’m delighted at these behind the scenes photos. I’m sure it takes a few weeks of her time in the year, at the most. And it looks like she’ll have a scene with Dianne Wiest which is always great.
ReplyDeleteHopefully her participation on this highly watched series will continue to whet the appetite of producers who will remember she is a very bankable star ⭐️.
I don't have faith that the Joni Mitchell project is even a thing.
ReplyDeleteFor us Meryl fans it isn’t *great*. But she’s got nothing to prove. She’s just having fun.
ReplyDeleteShe is in great physical shape, the kind of shape TDWP2 will demand. Don't lose your faith!
ReplyDeleteMay God hear you!
DeleteAn actress like Meryl is difficult to find, I live in Italy and perhaps Anna Magnani had her talents. By that I mean she should have a pipeline of directors who want to work with her!
ReplyDeleteAs a longtime fan, I can't help but be disappointed with this latest news. We're talking about Meryl here, one of the greatest actresses ever. Yet she prefers to inhabit this character to death in a so-so TV show, a character that has grown thin and weary in S4. Why? Martin? Maybe. Lack of juicy roles for women over 70s? I doubt so. Like I said, if she's not Meryl, yeah maybe. While I respect her choices, I am rather crushed. If she were the lead in some Broadway show, I would be over the moon even though I'm not from America and won't probably have a chance to see her. But at least she's playing the lead in a play, not some flimsy overstayed character in a TV series that's hardly exciting anymore despite the roster of special guest stars. I love S1 & 2 and 3 just because of Meryl if nothing else but S4 was a huge yawn. When was the last time she was in a movie? Don't Look up in 2021. Five f**ing years ago! Like I said, for other actresses, okay I understand. But one of our greatest actresses? I don't get it. Sorry for my ranting.
ReplyDeleteThere is definitely a lack of roles that's just a fact. She said herself she joined OMITB because she wanted joy, that was before anything started with Martin.
DeleteAnd the new photos clearly show Loretta is getting involved with the investigation...
DeleteTo the person who has desperately posted twice (wanted joy/Loretta into investigation), allow me to be clear. I'm talking about the possible reasons for Meryl joining S5 NOT S3 so my guess is that maybe Martin has something to do with it. And my opinion is that her character has not been going anywhere interesting in S4 and that's why I'm not excited about her involvement in S5, whether she's involved with investigation or not. Please kindly allow Meryl fans to express their thoughts without trying to shove defense after defense down our throat. We all love Meryl and we appreciate Jeff putting effort and passion in keeping this blog going. There's really no need to 'correct' us. Thank you for your cooperation.
DeleteI understand that we all think the same way, that is, we would like Meryl involved in films or series with leading roles. If we look around there are very few films with strong female characters, then Meryl is an actress who is known and loved all over the world so her films can be distributed in many countries but not even female directors tell stories suitable for Meryl.
ReplyDeleteIt' a shame to waste so munch talent!
I see that Eva has entered the building. 🙄
ReplyDeleteSo you're just gonna deflect?
DeleteBecause I just don't understand why you're speaking over Meryl at this point, I'm simply coming from her own words
DeleteGo touch grass
DeleteLet's all just take a breath and keep things polite. I suspect that Meryl's continued involvement in OMITB is because it's sort of like "why not? What else am I doing?" It probably takes very little out of her day and I'm guessing she has a wonderful time on set with all those folks.
ReplyDeleteMeryl continues to participate in the filming of OMITB. Only the crew and Martin's fans are happy. The production team can hype up the Gossip again. Meryl is now like Martin's pendant and accessory, both in work and private life. It is hard to imagine a great actress making such a choice. The influence of a partner on a person is really great. The role of Loretta has no meaning in the S4, It is just a love supplement for Martin's character. Meryl actually wants to participate in the S5. It's terrible. This crew and Martin himself are consuming Meryl.
ReplyDeletePoor Meryl, because of this man, she can't wear high heels now. She has to accommodate him whether she is attending events or filming.
DeleteI’m honestly shocked. The entitlement some of you are showing is unbelievable. She’s a grown woman. If she didn’t want to be part of OMITB, she wouldn’t be. She’s clearly enjoying the work, otherwise she wouldn’t come back. The way some of you talk about her as if she’s being “used” is not only disrespectful, it’s also incredibly patronizing.Let her live her life. She doesn’t owe anyone an explanation.
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DeleteDid you not see the photos of her running around, Loretta is participating in the investigation, and she literally said herself she wanted joy, how can you call yourself a fan if you genuinely think she suddenly only cares about a man now?
DeleteAnd the heels thing is a joke, she has worn heels around him multiple times
DeleteMeryl is by no means Martin's accessory. She's doing what she wants. It's not like she's cast aside any interest in doing other projects. Not that they'll all come to fruition, but there's possibilities of Narnia (I know it's voice so who cares but still), DWP2 and The Corrections all within the next year.
DeleteBy the way, did anyone happen to see Oprah's latest book club selection from yesterday? It was Ocean Vuong's "The Emperor of Gladness." One of the two main characters is an 82 year-old Lithuanian refugee living with dementia in Connecticut. Could be quite the role if turned into a film. And Meryl would be age-appropriate within a few years. By chance had she caught wind of the publishing of this novel ahead of time and purchase the rights to it (she mentioned having done so with some book last year at Cannes)? It's a stretch but I couldn't help but perk up at the character description. I'm going to read it and report back.
The friend above should just be speaking out of anger. Because in the past two years, all the news about Meryl is related to Martin, with overwhelming gossip headlines. There are even media outlets that introduce Meryl as Martin's girlfriend, which is ridiculous. Although Meryl may have only filmed for one day in the S5, the news for the next six months may all be related to Martin. It's really a bit tiring. In the past two years, Meryl has only acted with Martin. Meryl took on the S3 of OMITB on a whim, but participating in S4 and S5 was definitely because of Martin. “Loretta” had nothing to explore in the fourth season. It was a very small and useless role. Meryl has wasted her fame and acting skills in the past two years.
DeleteHave you looked at all the photos? Loretta is participating in the investigation this time and other cast members said they filmed with her already, so that certainly wasn’t her first day shooting. Just because the media and people find joy from them doesn’t mean it’s all about Martin and it definitely doesn’t mean that’s the only reason she’s still doing it. OMITB is an acclaimed and award winning show so I don’t understand what you people are acting like it’s nothing.
DeleteWhy don’t you try to find the positives instead of the negatives, Martin is making her happier and therefore helping her gain confidence back after a separation and a pandemic for future film roles
DeleteWhy do you assume that Meryl's future active participation in filming is because of Martin? This contradicts your defense. Since you think Meryl's participation in the filming of s4 s5 is not because of Martin 😂
DeleteI said he’s helping her gain confidence not that it’s ONLY because of Martin how many times do I have to say that, you’re the one that’s twisting it that way
DeleteHonestly seeing how many beatiful female roles have been created in recent years it' s difficult for an actress like her to have to choose
ReplyDeleteFor the person saying Martin is consuming Meryl get a fucking life you loser…
ReplyDeletePersonal attacks, particularly those laced with profanity are not allowed on this blog. The sentiment of your comment is correct, but the delivery was inappropriate. Shape up.
DeleteThe one who was swearing and cursing was Eva
DeleteCan Eva speak properly? You are always unreasonable. Eva's Twitter is almost like a Martin fan. When the relationship between Meryl and Martin is not clear, you have already made all kinds of speculations, even sexualizing Meryl and using vulgar words. In my eyes, you also don't respect Meryl very much. You are trying hard to understand Meryl's role in OMITB season 5, which is a bit ridiculous. I think as Meryl's fans, we don't need to be excited about this kind of role.
ReplyDeleteI’m simply pointing out that she’s happy and on a well loved show and it’s not for anyone to judge like they’re doing and I’m the one being unreasonable?
DeleteJeff doesn’t even agree with you on this…
DeleteAlso, I take issue with you saying “we” as if you’re speaking for all the fans when so many of her fans love OMITB
DeleteEva, go to your own Twitter and don't interfere with the normal expression of opinions by fans. Of course, you are also disliked on Twitter, and often interfere with the freedom of speech of other Meryl fans.
DeleteResorting to personal attacks says more about you than anyone else you know
DeleteI think everyone needs to calm down. The viewpoints of each opposing group are as valid as the other. Fans who enjoy her OMITB performance have the right to defend her, even to the extent (which I don't agree) that her participation in both S4 and S5 has nothing to do with Martin but it's all joy and her role is meaty, blah, blah. On the the other side of the fence, fans have also the right to say that her role in OMITB especially S4 is not something that's worthy of her massive talent, blah, blah. Let's just agree to disagree. I have no issue with Meryl in a TV series, play or movie. The only gripe I have is that her number of years is getting narrower (she's 76) and I wish she would take on roles that are more substantial and of a certain caliber. Look, if her role in OMITB or any TV series is like say the other great Cate Blanchett in Disclaimer, I would have shouted in joy from the rooftop. Or for that matter, a juicy role in plays or movies, not just TV. As much as I'm happy for Meryl in her private life, I can't help but feel that maybe Martin is a factor in her decision to participate in S4 and 5 even if his influence may be small. Okay that's my one and only post here for this topic. I should shut up for now. Please be respectful to one another especially Jeff who's keeping everything together.
ReplyDeleteI didn’t say it has nothing to do with him simply that it doesn’t have ONLY to do with him as people are suggesting.
DeleteIf people were just saying, sure OMITB is fun and I’m happy she’s found someone that makes her happy and hopefully she’s looking into film roles, that’s fine, that’s not the issue, making out OMITB and Martin as a villain that’s taking her away is the problem.
DeleteI also think maybe some jokes are being taken seriously, like it’s fun to joke she’s returning to OMITB because she’s dating Martin but that’s a joke, it was never people actually thinking she’s only staying on it just because of Meryl when, again, there’s multiple quotes from her about how much joy doing it has brought her. I don’t understand what the issue is with accepting her own words about this.
DeleteBottom line is, TV has gotten so rich in the stories it’s able to tell that it’s not below anybody, Meryl or otherwise
ReplyDeleteThat's the problem. SOMEONE here keeps harping on joy, joy, joy when reasons of her S5 involvement MAY also include other factors, one of which could possibly be Martin. TV has gotten rich in stories, yes it's true but it's false to assume Loretta character is in that group. Far from it if you've actually watched other high-profile actresses in some of these TV series.
ReplyDeleteSo are we just ignoring season 3 now? Lol
DeleteAnd the point about joy is in response to people saying it’s ONLY because of Martin, that’s all.
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DeleteOlder romances are much more rare onscreen so Loretta is absolutely in the group of rich characters, again, what is the point of diminishing this role when you can appreciate this role and hope she does films, nuance is possible.
DeleteIn the season 3 she had a good role and she gave a very brilliant performance
DeleteOh wow how crazy some fellow fans can be! Loretta, a rich character? It's like some Swifties. EVERYTHING taylor Swift does is gold, they say! Which is not true. Same with Meryl. But then again, these crazy fans will say and rephrase and manipulate just to get their point across.
DeleteLIke another fan has said, have these crazy fans seen Cate Blanchett in Disclaimers or Nicole Kidman in Undoing? These are RICH characters. As much I love Meryl, there's no way I can tell my friends or anti-Meryl people that Loretta is a RICH character. They will laugh their heads off!!!
DeleteIf you’re that concerned about anti-Meryl people that’s your problem
DeleteSay The Corrections happens, I doubt that’s going to suddenly make those people fans
DeleteAnti-Meryl people are not my main concern, it's the delusional fans who manipulate words just to fit their joy and rich characters narrative that are the real problem.
DeleteWe are waiting for The Corrections
ReplyDeleteI just read some article about her possibly playing Maria Callas in a biopic. Might be something.
ReplyDeleteYeah saw the article a couple days ago too.
Deletehttps://www.thenationalherald.com/dimitrious-callas-book-eyed-for-film-starring-meryl-streep/
Not sure how legit it is. Seems strange that Meryl would be playing Callas at this point. She's almost 20 years older than she was when she died. And with Angelina Jolie's film recently...would be surprised if this were a thing. But any project would be great at this point!