The Bear: A New Comedy-Drama about the Insanity of the Restaurant Business

Synopsis

The Bear is a new comedy-drama television series created by Christopher Storer for FX on Hulu. The show follows Carmy Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White), a young chef from the fine dining world who returns home to Chicago to run his family's sandwich shop after his brother's death. As Carmy fights to transform the shop and himself, he works alongside a rough-around-the-edges crew that includes sous chef Sydney Adamu (Ayo Edebiri), kitchen manager Richie Jerimovich (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), and server Tina (Liza Colón-Zayas).

Streaming Availability

The Bear is currently available to stream on Hulu and fuboTV. Season 1 consists of eight episodes, each of which is about 30 minutes long.

Critical Reception

The Bear has received critical acclaim for its writing, acting, and directing. The show has been praised for its realistic portrayal of the restaurant business, its complex characters, and its darkly comedic tone. Variety called the show "a must-watch for anyone who loves food, family, or just great television." The Hollywood Reporter said that the show is "a tour de force of writing, directing, and acting." The New York Times called the show "a brilliant new comedy that will make you laugh, cry, and crave a good sandwich."