Lucy Lawless Mystery Series 'My Life is Murder' Returns for Season 5 on Acorn TV Episodes and Premiere Date Announced Plus Trailer Drop! K.L. Connie WangDecember 9, 2025 at 3:34 AM 0 Last year marked the 30th anniversary of the series premiere of Xena: Warrior Princess. The show lasted six seasons, ending over 20 years ago. But its star, Lucy Lawless, still has a bevy of fans who enjoy seeing what new projects she's in. For the past four seasons, Lawless has led the Acorn TV mystery series My Life is Murder.
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K.L. Connie WangDecember 9, 2025 at 3:34 AM
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Last year marked the 30th anniversary of the series premiere of Xena: Warrior Princess. The show lasted six seasons, ending over 20 years ago. But its star, Lucy Lawless, still has a bevy of fans who enjoy seeing what new projects she's in.
For the past four seasons, Lawless has led the Acorn TV mystery series My Life is Murder. The original series follows Alexa Crowe (Laweless), a retired homicide detective who keeps getting pulled back into solving crimes. The series was renewed for a fifth season with production beginning in February of 2025 in New Zealand, Lawless's home country. Read on for everything we know so far about the new season of My Life is Murder.
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What is My Life is Murder about?
My Life is Murder stars Lucy Lawless as Alexa Crowe, a complex and confident retired homicide detective (and current bread baker) in the murder mystery series. Alexa can't resist a mystery (or a good sourdough). So when a former colleague and longtime friend Detective Inspector Kieran Hussey (Bernard Curry) asks her to "consult" on his trickier cases, she's reluctant but cannot resist. After she moves back home to her native New Zealand, Kieran gives her name to Harry (Rawiri Jobe), a local New Zealand detective who loops her into his hard-to-crack cases.
Joining Alexa in her quest to solve the unsolvable is the bubbly and sarcastic Madison (Ebony Vagulans). A true extrovert, Madison works as a data analyst for the police who Alexa often calls on when trying to solve a case.
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Where does My Life is Murder take place?
The first season was set in Melbourne, Australia, while subsequent seasons take place in Auckland, New Zealand.
How many episodes are there of My Life is Murder?
The first three seasons of My Life is Murder had 10 episodes each. Season 4 contained eight episodes. Season 5 will also have eight episodes for a total of 46 episodes.
Where is My Life is Murder filmed?
The first season of My Life is Murder was filmed in Australia. Seasons 2 through 5 are filmed on location in Auckland, New Zealand and surrounding areas.
When did production begin on season 5 of My Life is Murder?
Production on Season 5 of My Life is Murder began in February 2025 and has since wrapped.
What cases will Alexa investigate in Season 5 of My Life is Murder?
Each episode of Season 5 will be its own standalone mystery, showcasing one of eight thrilling new cases featuring dangerous villains that only Alexa Crowe (Lawless) can catch. But as always, she's bringing her friends and family along for the ride. Tech guru Madison (Vagulans) is stepping up and contributing her considerable technical skills to the investigations, while café owner Reuben (Joe Naufahu) is always there to lend a helping hand. And, shockingly, it turns out that Detective Harry (Jobe) has been hiding a rather big secret. Moreover, just to complicate things, Alexa's bad boy brother Will (Martin Henderson) drops by with a dilemma of his own. Additionally, in the series' highest-stakes episode to date, Alexa's beloved cat Chowder is caught up in a risky game of cat-and-mouse! Season 5 episodes are:
Episode 501 "Gimme an M"When a fitness influencer suddenly dies while livestreaming, Alexa dives into the world of elite cheerleading to uncover the truth. But as secrets, lies, and rivalries erupt, she realizes the killer may be closer to the squad than suspected.
Episode 502 "Catfish"After a woman is found dead in a jellyfish tank, Alexa investigates an aquarium filled with secrets and lies. Her suspects include a charming marine biologist, a fake online lover, and a shady widower.
Episode 503 "For the Love of Dog"When a wealthy dog owner takes a deadly fall, Alexa discovers a murderous pet custody feud. Meanwhile, her family drama escalates after she learns that her brother is mixed up in a risky scheme.
Episode 504 "The Top Two Inches"A lawyer plunges to his death at an exclusive trivia night, and Alexa and Madison go undercover to investigate. But with ruthless competitors, secret wagers, and a powerful widow pulling strings, they race to crack the case before the evening ends.
Episode 505 "Thirteen O'clock"When a concrete gargoyle kills a man at a toy mogul's mansion, the prime suspect is a life-sized talking doll. As Alexa digs into the case, she uncovers a twisted family history, sinister secrets, and a killer who won't let her leave alive.
Episode 506 "Bad Chemistry"Alexa and Madison look into the bizarre death of a brilliant chemistry student. They uncover academic rivalries and clues that point to Harry's hidden past, revealing a murderer protecting a breakthrough.
Episode 507 "The One That Got Away – Part 1"A getaway in Fiji turns fatal when Alexa crosses paths with a killer who escaped justice years ago. Teaming up with her former partner Jesse, Alexa investigates a string of new victims, old wounds, and a case that threatens to repeat history.
Episode 508 "The One That Got Away – Part 2"Alexa races to solve the case amid continuing mayhem on the island. But as new secrets surface and a romantic twist clouds her judgment, Alexa realizes the killer has been close by all along and that she might be the next target.
Meet the cast of My Life is Murder
Lucy LawlessLucy Lawless (Alexa Crowe)
Alexa Crowe was a homicide detective who now bakes bread in lieu of solving murders. In the first season, she was pulled back in by her former colleague, Detective Inspector Kieran Hussey, who engaged her on some of his trickier cases. After she headed back to New Zealand in Season 2, DI Hussey gave her name to the local constabulary as a person to call on if they need a fresh perspective on a case.
The naturally blonde Lawless is best known for playing the titular role in the television series Xena: Warrior Princess for six seasons. A New Zealand native, she's married to Rob Tapert, an executive producer and co-creator of Xena.
Ebony VagulansEbony Vagulans (Madison Feliciano)
Hussey lends tech-savvy Madison to Alexa for any research she might need on the cases he gives her. The rookie Madison is in awe of Alexa and looks to her for mentorship. In Season 2, when Alexa asks Madison for help, she doesn't expect her to show up on her doorstep in Auckland. My Life is Murder is the first major role for Vagulans, who graduated from NIDA, the National Institute of Dramatic Art in Sydney.
Rawiri JobeRawiri Jobe (Harry)
Harry is the handsome and charismatic New Zealand detective who entices Alexa with cases she can't refuse. Jobe had a stint on Shortland Street, a long-running New Zealand prime-time soap opera set in the fictitious Shortland Street Hospital. The series also starred Martin Henderson (though at different times)
Joe NaufahuJoe Naufahu (Reuben)
Reuben is the owner of a cafe where Alexa now delivers her homemade bread. Naufahu was a former professional rugby player before turning to acting. He was previously on Game of Thrones.
Martin HendersonMartin Henderson (Will Crowe)
Henderson was upped to series regular back in Season 3. The Virgin River star returns as Alexa's ne'er-do-well brother, who is now out of jail and working odd jobs to make ends meet.
Who will guest star in season 5 of My Life is Murder?
Guest starring this season on My Life is Murder are Dean O'Gorman (Under the Vines, After the Party), Fern Sutherland (The Brokenwood Mysteries, A Mistake), Rhys Darby (Jumanji: The Next Level, Flight of the Conchords, Our Flag Means Death), Academy Award®-nominee Keisha Castle-Hughes (Whale Rider, Game of Thrones, FBI: Most Wanted), Cohen Holloway (Under the Vines, Our Flag Means Death, Top of the Lake), Johnny Barker (The Brokenwood Mysteries, Shortland Street), Marta Dusseldorp (Jack Irish, A Place to Call Home), Kirk Torrance (Under the Vines, Darby and Joan) and Nicole Whippy (Shortland Street, Xena: Warrior Princess).
Where can I watch My Life Is Murder?
You can stream My Life is Murder with a subscription to Acorn TV. You can also buy or rent episodes on AppleTV, Amazon Prime, Vudu, and other platforms. You can also purchase DVDs of each season at your local retailer.
When does Season 5 of My Life Is Murder premiere?
Season 5 of My Life is Murder will premiere on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026. Episodes will drop weekly on Mondays.
Will all of Season 5 of My Life Is Murder drop at the same time?
You'll have to wait for weekly drops. While Acorn TV usually premieres the season of their original dramas with the first two episodes, My Life is Murder will premiere with a single episode.
How to subscribe to Acorn TV
To watch shows like My Life is Murder, Ms. Fisher's Modern Murder Mysteries, Queens of Mystery and more, you can go to acorn.tv and receive a 7-day free trial before subscribing.
Is there a trailer for Season 5 of My Life Is Murder?
Yes! Check out the official trailer for Season 5 of My Life is Murder below.
Is there a sneak peek from Season 5 of My Life is Murder?
We don't have one from Season 5 just yet, but check back here for updates!
Check out images from Season 5 of My Life is Murder
Take a look at some select images from Season 5 of My Life is Murder in the gallery below.
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