After a frantic first season, The Bear’s second instalment seemed slightly calmer and more optimistic. Of course, it doesn’t mean it was without crises: the characters faced a few breakdowns, and Carmy, a ticking bomb ready to explode at the least favourable moment, led the way.
The thrilling season 2 finale had fans hoping that a third season of the wild story would be on the way. FX didn’t disappoint the viewers and officially green-lit the third season of The Bear.
Let’s find out what is already known about the new episodes of the series.
When could The Bear season 3 release?
According an announcement from Disney, the series will return on Hulu and Disney+ in 2024, but the exact release date hasn’t been set.
Season 1 premiered on 23 June 2022, and the season 2 on 22 June 2023. We could consider this a pattern and assume that season 3 will appear in June 2024, if not for the production delay caused by the Hollywood writers and actors strikes.
Based on that, we suspect that The Bear will return in the second half of 2024.
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The Bear season 3 plot
The second season of the series ended on a bitter note. As is typical in The Bear, just when things seemed to get better, everything became worse again.
On the opening day of the new restaurant, the venture’s success hung by a thread. Carmy, trapped in the fridge, once again teetered on the verge of a nervous breakdown. Luckily, Richie saved the situation, and ultimately, the team emerged victorious from their first battle.
Unfortunately, at the last moment, Carmy sabotaged his blooming relationship with Claire. During the meltdown behind the fridge door, the young chef insulted the woman and broke up with her, deciding to give up on any romantic relationships.
Although Carmy revealed himself to Claire in the worst light, perhaps their relationship is not yet lost. In the third season, Carmy may finally emerge from the crisis and see the benefits of having a life outside of work.
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In season 3, Sydney and Marcus will also have to deal with their personal lives, as they have a crush on each other. One of the most exciting storylines will likely involve Richie, who seems to overcome his flaws and get ready to take responsibility for the restaurant.
In the third season, the entire team will undoubtedly face a difficult battle for the survival of the newly established business. As you may recall, the characters decided to open the restaurant in challenging economic conditions and have been grappling with the spectre of bankruptcy from the very beginning.
One thing is sure: The Bear season 3 will provide viewers with kitchen rows, family traumas, and the best food you can find in Chicago.
The Bear season 3 cast
We expect the following actors to reprise their roles in the third instalment of The Bear:
Jeremy Allen White – Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto
Ayo Edebiri – Sydney Adamu
Ebon Moss-Bachrach – Richie Jerimovich
Abby Elliott – Natalie “Sugar” Berzatto
Lionel Boyce – Marcus Brooks
Liza Colón-Zayas – Tina Marrero
Matty Matheson – Neil Fak
Oliver Platt – Uncle Jimmy
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The Bear also became famous for its cameos. In the first season, Jon Bernthal appeared, while season 2 featured guest stars such as Olivia Colman, Jamie Lee Curtis, Bob Odenkirk, Will Poulter, Sarah Paulson, and John Mulaney.
Regarding cameos in the third season of the series, nothing is known so far. However, we will keep an eye on all the rumours about it.