What to expect from 'The Bear' Season 4? Here's what's next for Carmy's restaurant after a bombshell review
Contains spoilers for 'The Bear' Season 3
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS: Hulu premiered the highly anticipated 'The Bear' Season 3 of on Wednesday, June 26, 2024.
Created by Christopher Storer, this comedy-drama series has captivated audiences with its intense and touching look at the culinary world.
The story follows chef Carmen 'Carmy' Berzatto, played by Jeremy Allen White, as he moves from the high-pressure world of fine dining to running his family's Italian beef sandwich shop in Chicago after a family tragedy.
In Season 3, Carmy, along with his diverse team, including Ayo Edebiri, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Matty Matheson, Abby Elliott, Liza Colón-Zayas, and Lionel Boyce, confronts more challenges within the restaurant business.
Looking ahead to Season 4, the pressure and drama of managing the restaurant will get even more intense, particularly following a shocking review that impacts the Berzatto family and their business.
With Carmy's strong leadership and the team's determination, Season 4 promises thrilling kitchen battles, deeper relationships, and heartfelt moments that fans adore.
What happened in 'The Bear' Season 3?
In the season three finale of 'The Bear,' Carmy (Jeremy Allen White), Sydney (Ayo Edebiri), and Richie (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) attend a funeral dinner hosted at Chef Andrea Terry's restaurant.
Luca, the chef who trained Marcus in season two, makes a return, alongside appearances by several famous chefs in cameos.
Richie reconnects with his former colleagues from his time at Ever and shares a moment with Jessica, hinting at a potential romance.
Carmy confronts his traumatic past with Chef David, who had been brutal to him during his time in New York, resulting in a tense and emotional exchange between them.
Sydney finds herself torn between staying at The Bear and pursuing a new opportunity with Chef Shapiro, feeling undervalued and conflicted about her future with Carmy.
During the event, Carmy reads a negative review of The Bear, where critical words like 'disappointed' and 'overdone' stand out, leaving him frustrated.
The financial strain on The Bear becomes evident, as Uncle Jimmy is unable to indefinitely fund the restaurant. Sydney's potential departure and the negative review create uncertainty about the future.
The season concludes with unresolved tensions and challenges, setting the stage for Season 4.
What to expect in 'The Bear' Season 4?
In 'The Bear' Season 4, viewers can expect heightened drama and escalating challenges for Carmy and his team.
The season three finale left many unresolved tensions, particularly with Sydney contemplating leaving The Bear for a new opportunity with Chef Shapiro.
Her decision will be crucial, as her talent and drive have been central to the restaurant's progress. Her departure could significantly impact the dynamic within the team. The negative review has added pressure on Carmy and his crew.
Carmy's confrontation with Chef David about his traumatic past suggests that he is still grappling with his demons.
This ongoing struggle may influence Carmy's leadership and his relationships with colleagues. Additionally, the hinted romance between Richie and Jessica could introduce new emotional layers to the story.
When will 'The Bear' Season 4 be released?
If 'The Bear' Season 4 gets the green light, we can expect it to premiere in June 2025, based on the release patterns of the previous seasons.
The first season debuted on June 23, 2022, followed by season two on June 22, 2023, and season three, which was just released on June 26, 2024.
Given this annual release schedule, it is likely that season four will continue this trend and be available for viewers in June 2025.
Fans can look forward to more intense drama and culinary chaos as the series continues to explore the challenges faced by Carmy and his team.
'The Bear' Season 3 trailer
'The Bear' season 3 is available for streaming on Hulu.