The Bear is a new FX show that follows the story of Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto, a young, fine-dining chef who returns to Chicago to take over his family’s Italian beef sandwich shop after his brother’s suicide.
The show has been praised for its realistic portrayal of the restaurant industry. Hulu is the exclusive home to The Bear, but it’s not your only option for watching every episode.
You can jump down to the summary where to watch The Bear on TV, check out Frequently Asked Questions below, or read through all your options.
What is The Bear about?
The Bear, now streaming Season 2, has been praised for its complex characters and sharp writing.
Jeremy Allen White stars as Carmy, and he gives a tour-de-force performance as a young chef who tries to mold the “The Original Beef of Chicagoland” into a top restaurant.
Transforming the old family sandwich shop into a top-tier eatery is far from easy. In each episode, Carmy argues with and works alongside his inherited restaurant crew. White’s performance captures Carmy’s grief, anger and determination to succeed.
The supporting cast is excellent. Ebon Moss-Bachrach plays Richard “Richie” Jerimovich, the manager of the restaurant.
Ayo Edebiri stars as Sydney Adamu, an inexperienced sous chef that shows promise under Carmy. Lionel Boyce is Marcus Brooks, a bread maker under Carmy’s tutelage. Abby Elliott plays Carmy’s sister Natalie.
And there’s Liza Colón-Zayas, who plays the stubborn line cook Tina Marrero.
The Bear is not an easy show to watch. It is often dark and intense, and it deals with some difficult subjects. But it is a deeply rewarding show imbued with humor. Most Season 2 episodes are named after a food or dish such as “Pasta”, “Sundae” and “Honeydew.”
If you are a fan of food shows or workplace dramas, then The Bear is definitely worth checking out.
Where to Watch The Bear Season 1 and Season 2
The Bear is an “FX Original”, but you can only stream the show on Hulu. The entire second season dropped on June 22, so you can binge-watch at will, and don’t have to wait to watch the latest episodes.
The Hulu app is supported across just about any device with a screen.
Smart TVs by Samsung, Sony Bravia, VIZIO SmartCast TVs, and LG can start watching The Bear without a streaming device.
Any Roku device, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast with Google TV and Apple TV support streaming Hulu. An iPhone or iPad (with current iOS) can be used to watch Hulu shows, and so can Android smartphones and tablets. Gamers can use an XBox and PlayStation console to watch The Bear as well.
Here are all your options for streaming The Bear.
Hulu
Hulu is the streaming home of The Bear, and a wide variety TV shows, movies, and original series. It is one of the most popular streaming services in the United States, and a go-to option for cord-cutters, with over 48.2 million subscribers.
The streaming service offers a library of current TV shows from networks like ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX.
Subscribers get a vast library of movies from every genre, including new releases and classic films. There is original programming such as “The Big Sick” and “The Handmaid’s Tale.”
You can sign up for a 30-day free trial. Subscriptions run month to month, or annually. You can cancel whenever you like.
Subscribers can pick from a couple of plans for a subscription. The ad-supported plan costs $7.99 per month, or $79.99 per year.
Hulu without ads costs $14.99 per month.
Either plan is a great option for people who want to watch a variety of TV shows, movies, and original content without a cable TV subscription.
Disney Bundle
The Disney Bundle bundles two or more streaming services owned by The Walt Disney Company. Disney is a majority owner of Hulu, and uses the streaming service to feature much of its more adult-themed movies and TV shows.
The Disney Bundle has three different options:
Disney Bundle Duo Basic has Disney+ (with Ads) and Hulu (with Ads) for $9.99 per month. This plan lets you save 37 percent compared to subscribing to each service separately.
Disney Bundle Trio Basic has Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ (all with ads) for $12.99 per month. You save 49 percent compared to having separate subscriptions.
Disney Bundle Trio Premium has Disney Plus and Hulu (no ads) with ESPN+ (with ads) for $19.99 per month. Trio Premium lets you save 44 percent compared to separate subscriptions.
Just remember you need to use the same email address to bundle your subscription plans.
Disney Plus has a library of Disney movies and TV shows, including classics like “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” and “The Lion King.” And there is a full catalog of originals from the Star Wars and Marvel universe.
ESPN Plus streams live and on-demand sports coverage, including Major League Baseball, college football, and UFC. Hulu has TV shows from major broadcast and cable networks along with movies, and original series.
Hulu Live TV
Hulu Live TV has over 75 live TV channels, and includes unlimited access to ESPN Plus, Disney Plus and Hulu’s on-demand library.
The live TV channel lineup includes FX, History Channel, HGTV, CNN, ESPN, ESPN2 and HGTV.
Local channels such as NBC, ABC, CBS and FOX stations are available across the U.S. Subscribers can watch live TV on two screens at once. Unlimited Cloud DVR is included.
Hulu Live TV costs $69.99 per month. While you don’t need live TV or FX to watch The Bear, it’s an option to consider if you want cable channels for other shows or live sports.
Look over the Hulu channel lineup to see what TV channels are offered in your area.
How and Where to Watch The Bear on TV
You can watch every episode of The Bear on Hulu. Hulu’s on-demand streaming service costs $7.99 per month, and you can get a 30-day free trial with no obligations.
But there are a number of options for getting Hulu these days, including streaming bundles. Here are all your options.
Hulu Live TV has over 75 live TV channels, and includes unlimited access to ESPN Plus, Disney Plus and Hulu’s on-demand library. The live TV and streaming combo costs $69.99 per month when you sign up for a subscription.
You can sign up for a Disney Bundle and choose one of three options that include Hulu.
- Disney Bundle Duo Basic has Disney+ (with Ads) and Hulu (with Ads) for $9.99 per month.
- Disney Bundle Trio Basic has Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ (all with ads) for $12.99 per month.
- Disney Bundle Trio Premium has Disney+ and Hulu (no ads) with ESPN+ (with ads) for $19.99 per month.
How to Watch The Bear FAQs
These are questions readers ask when searching for ways to stream The Bear.
Can you watch The Bear on Netflix?
No. You will not find The Bear on Netflix. The Bear is an FX Original that is exclusive to Hulu. You can watch Season 1 and Season 2 of The Bear only on Hulu.
How do I watch the TV show The Bear?
You can sign up for Hulu, Hulu Live TV, or pick from three Disney Bundle options that include Hulu. They include Disney Bundle Duo Basic, Disney Bundle Trio Basic, and Disney Bundle Trio Premium.
Is The Bear on Amazon Prime?
No. The Bear is not on Amazon Prime. You can find every episode of The Bear streaming on Hulu, or the Disney Bundle.
Is The Bear on FX or Hulu?
The Bear is an “FX Original”, but it’s not on the FX cable network. Hulu is the streaming home to all FX Original shows including Season 1 and Season 2 of The Bear.
Which network is The Bear on?
The popular TV series The Bear is not on network TV. Instead, it’s an original series that’s exclusive to Hulu.
Is The Bear on Disney Plus?
The Bear is not on Disney Plus, but you can subscribe to the Disney Bundle, and watch The Bear on Hulu. The Disney Bundle Duo Basic has Disney Plus (with Ads) and Hulu (with Ads) for $9.99 per month.
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