The fifth and final season of FX's The Bear will premiere on Disney+ this Friday, June 26. All eight episodes will be released simultaneously, bringing the acclaimed drama to a close.
What Happens in Season 5?
The season picks up immediately after the Season 4 finale, where head chef Carmen 'Carmy' Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White) quit the restaurant, leaving his share to sous-chef Sydney Adamu (Ayo Edebiri), cousin Richard 'Richie' Jerimovich (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), and sister Natalie 'Sugar' Berzatto (Abby Elliott). With no money, the threat of a sale, and a torrential storm, the new partners must band together to achieve one last service, hoping to finally earn a Michelin star.
According to the official synopsis: "It all boils down to this. The fifth and final season of FX's The Bear picks up the morning after Sydney, Richie, and Sugar discover that Carmy has quit the food industry, leaving the restaurant to them."
Release Time and Streaming Details
The Bear Season 5 will be available on Disney+ starting Friday, June 26. New releases typically drop at midnight Pacific Time or 3 a.m. Eastern Time in the US, which translates to 8 a.m. in the UK. Viewers can stream the entire finale from Friday morning.
Disney+ is currently offering a discounted subscription at £3.99 per month for three months for new subscribers signing up by May 6. The service streams the series globally, including the United States and UK.
Cast and Cameos
Returning regular cast members include Lionel Boyce, Liza Colón-Zayas, and Matty Matheson. Guest appearances are expected from Ricky Staffieri, Oliver Platt, Will Poulter, and Jamie Lee Curtis. The series has featured celebrity cameos throughout its run, including John Cena, Brie Larson, John Mulaney, and Bob Odenkirk.
An hour-long surprise episode titled Gary was released last month, featuring a flashback with Richie and Jon Bernthal returning as Carmy's late brother Mikey.
Background
The Bear follows talented yet high-strung gourmet chef Carmy as he tries to reinvent his iconic Chicago restaurant after his brother's tragic death. The restaurant's grand opening proved successful, but they remain on shaky ground after a mixed review from the Chicago Tribune. The series has become one of the most iconic of the 2020s.
The Bear Season 5 releases Friday, June 26 on Disney+.
