July 1, 2025

FX announced today that The Bear has been picked up for a fifth season on Hulu. The news comes less than a week after the acclaimed drama returned for Season 4, with its final episode, titled "Goodbye," leaving fans wondering if that was the end. Thankfully the show has more story to tell in 2026.

"The Bear continues to be a fan favorite worldwide, and their response to this season — as seen through incredibly high viewership — has been as spectacular as any of its previous seasons," said FX chairman John Landgraf in a statement. "Year-in and year-out, Chris Storer, the producers, cast and crew make The Bear one of the best shows on television, and we are excited that they will continue to tell this magnificent story."

The series follows Carmen 'Carmy' Berzatto, a young chef from the fine dining world who moves back to Chicago to run his family's restaurant after a death in the family. Out of his comfort zone, Carmy must grapple with the loss of his brother while balancing small business ownership, his stubborn kitchen staff, and his strained family relationships.

The current season finds Carmy, Sydney, Richie, and the rest of the staff trying to push the new restaurant forward — while a ticking clock reminds them how long they have before they run out of money.