Hulu’s comedy-drama “The Bear,” starring Jeremy Allen White and Ayo Edebiri, has become one of the most acclaimed and beloved shows in recent years. With Season 3 of “The Bear” set to premiere in June, there have been speculation about the series’ ending, especially after its stars have been in-demand for new projects. However, that’s not the case, per new reports.
Reel Chicago first reported that FX/Hulu wants to renew the show for a fourth season, but Christopher Storer, creator and showrunner, “only committed to three seasons and needs to move on to a long list of projects.” Recently, Deadline announced that Storer will adapt and direct Amor Towles’ The Lincoln Highway for Warner Bros.
Now, Deadline and Varietyhave confirmed through multiple sources that Season 4 of “The Bear” is being shot back-to-back with Season 3. However, neither outlet has confirmed if Season 4 will be the last of the series, and FX declined to comment.
Season 5 of ‘The Bear’ remains a possibility
Meanwhile, Deadline says that Season 5 of the dramedy is still a possibility. The outlet also suggests that shooting season 3 and 4 back to back is to accommodate the schedules of its stars, which are now in-demand for other projects.
Edebiri, who plays Sydney in the show, is set to appear in a voice role in Pixar’s “Inside Out 2,” in which she portrays Envy. Edebiri has other upcoming projects lined up, including a thriller and a comedy.
In that regard, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, who plays Richard in the series, has been casted as Ben Grimm/The Thing in the highly-anticipated Marvel’s remake of The Fantastic Four. He is also set to appear in the thriller film “Dust.”
The first season of The Bear won 10 Emmys, including for Outstanding Comedy and Outstanding Writing. Meanwhile, Season 2 won Golden Globes for Best Television Series, Musical or Comedy and stars White and Edebiri.