Only Murders in the Building season 2 episode 2 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In a mix of personal and professional interactions, characters at an art collective discuss potential new members and a podcast's streaming adaptation. Exploring Bunny's apartment, they uncover erotic art and a secret elevator. Flashbacks reveal the Arconia building's history and Charles' father's past. At Bunny's memorial, tensions surface around the new Board President. The group devises a risky plan to return a valuable painting to Bunny's apartment, leading to humorous mishaps. Shocking revelations emerge about Charles' father's affairs, potentially linking him to Bunny, while a character has an epiphany about the murderer's identity.
Full Episode S02E02 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Alice and what does she discuss at the art collective gathering?
Alice is a character at the art collective gathering, discussing not being a catfish and the possibility of new energy in their collective.
What is Oliver's podcast about?
Oliver's podcast is not specified in detail, but there is interest in adapting it into a streaming series.
What is significant about Bunny's apartment?
Bunny's apartment contains valuable erotic art, including a Rose Cooper painting, and a secret elevator, indicating hidden aspects of her life.
What is the history of the Arconia building?
The Arconia was built in 1908 by architect Archibald Carter, with secrets known only to him, and has a connection to Bunny's family history.
What are the speculations about Charles' father in the painting?
The group speculates about Charles' father's past, wondering if he was a model, a gigolo, or involved with Rose Cooper, the artist.
Who is Leonora Folger and what is her connection to the painting?
Leonora Folger is Bunny's mother, who claims legal ownership of the Rose Cooper painting and dismisses the group's involvement in Bunny's murder.
What is the significance of the memorial gathering?
The memorial gathering for Bunny brings various characters together, revealing relationships and tensions, particularly involving Nina Lin and Bunny.
What was the group's plan regarding the painting at the memorial?
The plan was to sneak the painting back into Bunny's apartment during the memorial as a cover to clear themselves from suspicion.
How does Amy Schumer fit into the story?
Amy Schumer shows interest in the painting, thinking it's of Charles, and later in the podcast adaptation, adding a comedic element to the plot.
What does Alice invite a character to do in her workspace?
Alice invites a character to her workspace to view a painting she created of them and encourages them to destroy it as a symbolic act.
What revelation does Charles have about his father?
Charles learns that his father had affairs with both Rose Cooper and Leonora Folger, leading to questions about his connection to Bunny.
What conclusion does the episode lead to regarding the murderer?
The episode concludes with a character realizing who the murderer might be, though it's not explicitly revealed.