2022 · 1 season · Drama, Comedy, Culinary
The Bear Season 1 introduces Carmen 'Carmy' Berzatto, a fine dining chef who returns to Chicago to run his late brother's beef sandwich restaurant. The debut season is a masterclass in tension, style, and character — 8 episodes that earned unanimous critical acclaim and launched one of the defining shows of its era.
The Bear Season 1 streams on Hulu in the US. All 8 episodes are available with any Hulu subscription.
The Bear Season 1 has 8 episodes. They run between 23 and 37 minutes each, making it an easy binge.
The Bear is fictional, though creator Christopher Storer has spoken about drawing from personal experiences in the restaurant industry and Chicago food culture.
Both seasons are exceptional, though different. Season 1 is tighter and more intense; Season 2 is more expansive and character-focused. Both are essential viewing.
The Bear combines the visual language of prestige drama with the kinetic energy of a kitchen, anchored by outstanding performances from Jeremy Allen White and Ayo Edebiri.