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FX Greenlights Fifth Season of The Bear After Season 4’s Streaming Triumph

Production will adjust to accommodate the cast’s schedules ahead of its 2026 premiere.

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Jeremy Allen White as Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto and Ayo Edebiri as Sydney Adamu in season 4 of "The Bear."
The Bear S5

Overview

  • FX announced the renewal on July 1, less than a week after all 10 episodes of Season 4 dropped on Hulu on June 25.
  • Season 5 is slated to debut in 2026 with filming plans tailored to Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri and Ebon Moss-Bachrach’s external commitments.
  • Chairman John Landgraf attributed the pick-up to the series’ worldwide popularity and “spectacular” viewership figures.
  • Seasons 3 and 4 were filmed back-to-back to manage the lead actors’ busy calendars and ensure continuity.
  • Created by Christopher Storer and produced by FX Productions, The Bear has amassed 21 Emmy AwardEmmy Awards and remains a cornerstone of FX’s drama lineup.