“The Bear” has exploded in popularity since its release in 2022, garnering a 96% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and an 8.5/10 score on IMDb. It also won 11 Emmys in September, a record for the comedy category.
Considering its popularity and raving reviews, why the award-winning show triumphed is apparent.
The three-season series, which follows young chef Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White) in his hometown of Chicago, was primarily filmed in Windy City. However, parts of the show were shot in Evanston, including in spring 2024. Multiple scenes in the second and third seasons took place in the city, attracting crowds to the filming site.
Carmy moved back to Chicago following a death in his family, dealing with a struggling restaurant. He has to manage the business, staff and family relationships, among other challenges.
The Daily Beast called “The Bear” “TV’s coolest show,” and The New York Times said people cherished the series because it understood Chicago, workplace culture and grief.
The show’s fourth season will premiere in 2025, with a release date yet to be announced.
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