The highly anticipated season 2 of the FX comedy-drama The Bear is set to premiere with 10 episodes on June 22, 2023, at 12:01 am ET, exclusively on Hulu. The show will follow the talented chef Carmy as he embraces a fresh start, replacing The Beef with his new venture, The Bear.
The synopsis of The Bear by Rotten Tomatoes reads:
"A young chef from the fine dining world comes home to Chicago to run his family sandwich shop after a heartbreaking death in his family. A world away from what he's used to, Carmy must balance the soul-crushing realities of small business ownership, his strong-willed and recalcitrant kitchen staff and his strained familial relationships, all while grappling with the impact of his brother's suicide."
It further adds:
"As Carmy fights to transform both the shop and himself, he works alongside a rough-around-the-edges kitchen crew that ultimately reveals itself as his chosen family."
The Bear season 2 - Unveiling titles of each episode
All 10 episodes of The Bear season 2 are set to release on June 22. Creator Cristopher Storer will direct most of the episodes, while Ramy Youssef, known for his work on Ramy, will helm episode 4 titled Honeydew.
The titles themselves offer clues about the exciting episodes, which will include sizzling beef, mouthwatering pasta, delightful sundaes, and much more. Here is the list of episodes and their titles set to release on June 22, 2023:
- Episode 1: Beef
- Episode 2: Pasta
- Episode 3: Sundae
- Episode 4: Honeydew
- Episode 5: Pop
- Episode 6: Fishes
- Episode 7: Forks
- Episode 8: Bolognese
- Episode 9: Omelette
- Episode 10: The Bear
The Bear season 2 cast
In season 1, Carmy embarked on the challenging journey of rebuilding his family's restaurant, The Beef, after his brother's tragic death. Now, season 2 focuses on Carmy's hopeful plans for a fresh start with his new venture, The Bear, which will replace The Beef.
With a dedicated kitchen crew led by his trusted sous chef Sydney, Carmy is determined to bring his ambitious vision to life. However, managing a new restaurant while dealing with personal grief and work-life balance proves to be a chaotic challenge.
Returning to the series are familiar faces, including Richie, the caring yet obnoxious manager played by Ebon Moss-Bachrach. The kitchen crew, including pastry chef Marcus (played by Lionel Boyce) and line cooks Tina, Ebraheim, and Gary (played by Liza Colón-Zayas, Edwin Lee Gibson, and Corey Hendrix, respectively), also make a comeback. Dishwashers Angel (played by José Cervantes) and Manny (played by Richard Esteras) also reprise their roles.
Chris Witaske is likely to return as Pete, Sugar's husband, and Carmy's brother-in-law, while Oliver Platt is expected to make an appearance as Uncle Jimmy Cicero. Additionally, two new characters including Bob Odenkirk and Molly Gordon will join the cast. Details about their roles have not been revealed yet, adding an extra layer of intrigue to season 2.
The Bear season 2 is set to serve up a delectable blend of family dynamics, mouthwatering dishes, and the relentless pursuit of dreams. The show will premiere on June 22, 2023, at 12:01 am ET, exclusively on Hulu.