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The Bear season 5

The fifth and final season of the American comedy-drama television series *The Bear* premiered on June 25, 2026, on FX and Hulu.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The fifth and final season of the American comedy-drama television series *The Bear* premiered on June 25, 2026, on FX and Hulu. It continues the story of Carmy Berzatto and the restaurant team as they face financial pressure, a possible sale, and one last service.

Premise

Season 5 picks up after the previous season’s conclusion, with the restaurant team learning that Carmy has stepped away from the business. The season follows their efforts to keep the restaurant operating under time pressure and financial uncertainty.

Production

Christopher Storer returned as creator and showrunner for the season and directed most of the episodes. The season was announced as the series’ final installment.

Release

The season premiered on June 25, 2026, with all eight episodes available on Hulu at launch. FX broadcast the episodes on television as part of the rollout.

Cast

Jeremy Allen White returned as Carmy Berzatto, alongside key ensemble members including Ayo Edebiri, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Abby Elliott, Lionel Boyce, Liza Colón-Zayas, and Matty Matheson. Recurring roles included several supporting characters from earlier seasons.

Key facts

  • Season 5 is the final season of *The Bear*.
  • All eight episodes premiered on Hulu on June 25, 2026.
  • FX also aired the season on its cable network, beginning with two episodes on premiere night.
  • Christopher Storer returned as creator and showrunner and directed most episodes.
  • The season follows Carmy, Richie, Sydney, and Natalie after Carmy leaves the restaurant to them.
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Canadian context

The season is available through streaming platforms used by Canadian viewers, including Disney+ in bundle-related distribution where available, making it relevant to Canadian audiences who follow FX and Hulu programming.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bear season 5 the final season?
Yes. Season 5 was announced and released as the final season of *The Bear*.
When did The Bear season 5 premiere?
It premiered on June 25, 2026.
How many episodes are in The Bear season 5?
The season has eight episodes.
Who created The Bear season 5?
Christopher Storer returned as creator and showrunner.
What is The Bear season 5 about?
It follows the restaurant team after Carmy leaves them in charge, as they deal with money problems, a possible sale, and a final service.
Where did The Bear season 5 release?
It premiered on FX and Hulu, with all episodes available on Hulu at launch.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Bear_season_5
    Supports: Season 5 premiere date, final-season status, episode count, and Christopher Storer’s role.
  2. The Hollywood Reporter — https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/the-bear-ending-final-season-premiere-date-1236587869/
    Supports: Final-season announcement, premiere date, episode rollout, and plot setup.
  3. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/the_bear/s05
    Supports: Season 5 genre, release date, network, creator/director credits, and premise.
  4. Disney+ — https://www.disneyplus.com/explore/articles/the-bear-season-5
    Supports: Premiere timing, episode count, streaming availability, and confirmation that season 5 is the last season.
  5. Variety — https://variety.com/2026/tv/reviews/the-bear-season-5-review-final-1236789647/
    Supports: Season structure, final-season status, and the one-day narrative framing.