The Bear Season 5: Release details, cast news and plot details – Everything we know so far

The Bear is a critically acclaimed show from worldwide OTT content. With a unique and intense view into the stresses of working in restaurants, the Berzatto family and the staff provide an idea of the food industry and how much they love to work in it. Viewers have been looking forward to Season 5 of The Bear since the end of Season 4, and what they can expect is more culinary tension, character growth, individual redemption, and emotional kitchen drama through what continues to be the exhausting journey of The Bear.

FX renewed The Bear for Season 5 on July 27, 2025. While no specific release date has been given, they indicated that we can expect Season 5 of The Bear to hit your screens sometime in 2026. Based on the historical pattern of release dates, the show’s Season 5 will likely launch in the summer of 2026.

Previously, all the episodes of The Bear Season 4 were released at once on June 25, 2025. FX (and Hulu) have consistently had a trend of mid-year binge releasing their shows in recent seasons.

Reports show that filming began in late 2025 or early 2026 and that several of the cast members have confirmed that some of their scenes have completed.

June through August of 2026 is the most likely release window from ESPN’s point of view, barring any production shifts or changes to the filming schedules. FX should confirm the release dates as the show comes closer to airing its fifth season.

The Bear Season 5 Expected Cast

While FX hasn’t released a full cast list yet, the core ensemble is expected to returnincluding:

• Jeremy Allen White as Carmy Berzatto
• Ayo Edebiri as Sydney Adamu
• Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Richie Jerimovich
• Abby Elliott as Natalie “Sugar” Berzatto
• Liza Colon-Zayas as Tina
• Lionel Boyce as Marcus
• Matty Matheson as Neil Fak

Likely cast members may include:

• Jamie Lee Curtis as Donna Berzatto
• Jon Bernthal as Mikey (via flashbacks or visions)
• Oliver Platt and Gillian Jacobs

Jamie Lee Curtis recently confirmed she wrapped her scenes, sparking speculation that Season 5 could be the final seasonthough FX has not officially labeled it as such. No major new cast additions have been announced so far.

The Bear Season 5 Potential Plot

While The Bear’s plot remains mostly concealed, Season 5 picks up directly from Season 4’s cliffhanger.

In the Season 4 finale, Carmy declares he will no longer work in the kitchen and may leave The Bear’s future in the hands of Sydney, Richie, and Natalie. Thus, Season 5 will explore the transition of power as well as leadership roles within the restaurant. While Carmy comes to terms with living a life that isn’t about pursuing faultless perfection, Sydney takes up her full authority; Richie redefines his purpose and identity; and the Berzatto family processes their legacy, feelings of loss, and finding new paths forward.

While Season 5 primarily focuses on closure, growth, and moving on, Season Five will continue to exhibit the same levels of chaos, intense emotional connection, and honest character development that have become synonymous with The Bear.