Just as a warning, there are some very minor spoilers below for The Social Reckoning, which hit the 2026 movie schedule this weekend, but nothing that would ruin the movie for those who haven’t seen it.

I like The Social Reckoning. I know reviews for the Aaron Sorkin-led drama have been pretty mid, but I’m still a sucker for Sorkin’s writing. I thought all the acting performances were good, and while I don’t think it’s as slick or cool-looking as the David Fincher-directed The Social Network, I think Sorkin did a fine job directing this “spiritual sequel.” I haven’t gotten in the weeds with how historically accurate The Social Reckoning is, but I know that Sorkin took some artistic liberties with the story. I know the actors chose not to meet the people they were playing as well, but as a movie, I think it delivers.

The movie wraps up in a good spot, with whistleblower Frances Haugen (Mikey Madison) testifying before Congress in October 2021. That isn’t the end of Haugen’s battle with Facebook.

After Congress

Aaron Sorkin picked a natural place to end his movie, but the months and years after Haugen testified have been busy, too. After her testimony, Haugen has filed a number of complaints against her former employer with the Securities and Exchange Commission, both before and after her testimony. Most of those are related to the files she leaked to reporter Jeff Horowitz, portrayed by Jeremy Allen White in The Social Reckoning. Horowitz subsequently reported on them in The Wall Street Journal’s series called “The Facebook Files.”

State attorneys general across the country have also filed multiple lawsuits against Facebook and its parent company, Meta, based on her leak and testimony. Haugen herself has also testified in front of Parliament in the United Kingdom and the European Parliament in the weeks after her appearance on The Hill. She has also reportedly worked with the French Parliament and with the Federal Trade Commission back in the U.S. Haugen has also started a non-profit organization, Beyond the Screen with the goal of making social media “safer, more transparent, and more accountable.”

Big Changes In Her Personal Life, As Well

Haugen, as seen in the movie, relocated to Puerto Rico, where she still lives today. In 2021, she eloped on a Puerto Rican beach with Alex Newman, and together they have one child and still live in Puerto Rico. This is Haugen’s second marriage. The first came before the time period covered in The Social Reckoning. Haugen has also written a memoir about her experience with The Facebook Files and the era the movie covers, called The Power of One: How I Found the Strength to Tell the Truth and Why I Blew the Whistle on Facebook.

Though she and Madison didn’t meet before Madison made the movie, the two recently sat down for an interview together with Time, and she revealed that Sorkin used the book for some of his source material while writing the film.

The Social Reckoning is currently in theaters, and while critics haven’t loved the movie and its box office results don't look spectacular, I think it’s well worth anyone’s time. I’ve never laughed so hard at a movie that made me so mad. And I mean that in a good way.

In The Social Reckoning, which hits the 2026 movie schedule this weekend, Jeremy Allen White and Mikey Madison both play real people. White plays Wall Street Journal writer Jeff Horowitz, and Madison plays Frances Haugen in the follow-up to The Social Network. However, neither actor met the people they play in the film, at least before filming, partly because writer and director Aaron Sorkin wanted the characters to be original.

Both White and Madison discussed the decision with CinemaBlend in a recent conversation. When we asked Madison if she had met Haugen, she said no and explained why:

That doesn’t mean Madison was dismissing the real Haugen. As she explained, she wanted to meet her, at least eventually, adding:

As for Jeremy Allen White, he followed the same advice from Sorkin. White also portrayed Bruce Springsteen in last year’s Deliver Me From Nowhere, and that impacted his decision, too. He told us:

That’s not to say White didn’t do his research for the role. While he didn’t actually meet with Horowitz, he did get a sense of who the journalist is and what he is about through public information. White says:

Both White and Madison are fantastic in the movie. While there are sure to be people who criticize the movie and Sorkin’s script for not being 100% accurate, it’s easy to understand why these choices were made in service of the story. Dramatizations of real people and true events are tricky, as the creators have to balance accuracy with engaging storytelling, and so decisions like this have to be made. Having seen the movie, I can say it works for me, though the critics' opinions have been split. You can decide for yourself this weekend!

Spoiler alert! This story contains spoilers for all five seasons of The Bear, which can be streamed now with a Hulu subscription.

The Bear has served its final meal by way of an eight-episode fifth season that takes place almost entirely on one stressful, rainy day. I couldn’t help but binge through Season 5 as soon as it hit the 2026 TV schedule — especially after watching the standalone episode “Gary,” which is not required viewing but should be, because it’s great — and I was not ready for the emotions that hit me with all of the great callbacks to previous seasons.

The Bear Season 5 was hailed by critics as a return to form, forgoing tons of guest stars and drama outside of the restaurant to watch how the staff came together under seemingly impossible conditions for what might be one last night of service. As an eight-episode meal, I was fully satisfied, and it was the tasteful sprinkling of nods to its past that really put it over the top. Here were some of my favorites:

The ‘Original Berf’ Shirts Made A Big Comeback

The printing error that caused The Original Beef of Chicagoland T-shirts to actually read “Original Berf” may have been just another thing to go wrong for Carmy (Jeremy Allen White) back in Season 2. Richie (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), however, knew all along that those were collector’s items, and they sure came in handy when a burst pipe sullied all of the chefs’ white coats in Season 5. As he said in his rousing pre-service speech:

I was so tickled to see those shirts on everyone for the rest of that night’s service.

Carmy Jokes About Getting Locked In The Freezer

A pivotal moment in Season 2 came when Carmy got locked in the walk-in freezer because he hadn’t gotten the handle fixed. He unwittingly ended things with Claire (Molly Gordon) and then got into a horrible shouting match with Richie. Thank goodness there was a locked door between them.

Season 5 showed just how far the “cousins” had come, as Carmy finds Richie in the freezer having a panic attack. He talks him through it, and as he turns to leave and give Richie some privacy, he pretends he can’t open the door, momentarily freaking Richie out even more. I was certainly fooled, and it leads to such a joyful moment between the two.

Sydney's Coca-Cola Short Ribs Saved The Day

The Coca-Cola-braised short ribs made their appearance in Season 1 as a dish that reminded Sydney (Ayo Edebiri) of her late mother. She worked with Carmy to perfect the balance on the dish, and it was lovely to see Season 5 open with her pulling out the ribs and Coke bottles to make the dish for the final family meal we’d see.

However, the ribs got an even bigger day in the sun when Carmy dropped the lamb dish that was supposed to go to the man they thought was responsible for deciding whether or not they’d get a Michelin star. Carm tells Sydney to serve the short ribs instead, saying they’re better than anything he’s ever made.

Sydney Finally Tells Carmy He Made The Beat Meal She’d Ever Eaten

Carmy’s praise of Sydney’s short ribs was really just returning the favor, because earlier in the service, he had prepared a serving of the lamb tonnato for her to try as a menu option. Without fanfare (but with very meaningful glances), they had this exchange:

• Sydney: Second-best bite I’ve had in a long time.
• Carmy: Yeah?
• Sydney: Yeah.
• Carmy: What was the first best?
• Sydney: I had this grapefruit scallop dish at Empire a few years ago.

We’d previously heard Sydney tell Marcus that’s how she ended up at The Original Beef, staging under Carmy, and we saw Carmy agonizing over that dish with Chef David Fields (Joel McHale) literally over his shoulder. However, this was the first time that it all clicked for Carmy.

Sugar’s Husband Craves Sydney’s Bolognese

If The Bear fans weren't convinced that Sydney earned her spot taking over for Carmy, Season 5 did everything it could to remind us how good she is. When the chef asks Sugar’s husband Pete (Chris Witaske) to help with the trash in exchange for her cooking him any meal he wants, Pete is quick to say, “Bolognese!”

It’s a super subtle reference, but think back to Season 3, when Sydney brought Sugar (Abby Elliott) and Pete a care package after Sugar had her baby. Amongst the items she brought them was bolognese, and clearly that left an impression on Pete!

You Can’t Keep A Carmy-Sydney Shipper Down

From the beginning there have been questions and very strong opinions about Carmy and Sydney and whether they would (or should) get together. There was so much tension between them that “Yes, chef!” became, like, the hottest thing ever. Ayo Edebiri consistently shut down that possibility, but how could Carmy’s mom Donna (Jamie Lee Curtis) possibly know that? In a Season 5 wink to fans, Donna asks Pete, “Are they dating?” and Pete stammers a bit before landing on:

Say what you will, but I think that hug during Sydney and Carmy’s big emotional moment in the series finale was more intimate than any kiss. For me, their chemistry as colleagues goes deeper than romance.

Richie Calls Marcus ‘Cousin’

One of the more confusing aspects of The Bear’s first few episodes in Season 1 was that Richie and Carmy referred to each other as “Cousin,” only to reveal they’re not actually related. Richie was best friends with Carmy’s brother Mikey, and when Mikey died, it really was like they both lost a brother. They continued to call each other “Cousin” in good times and bad as a term of endearment, and in the end, Richie passes the nickname on to Marcus (Lionel Boyce).

Sydney and Richie may have been the ones put in charge of the restaurant when Carmy chose to step away, but the final episodes gave a strong indication that Marcus was the one Carmy was passing the torch to. In addition to inheriting the familial nickname, Marcus was also the beneficiary of Carmy’s journals, where he sketched dishes and worked out new creative recipes. It was a beautiful ending for one of The Bear’s best characters.

There were plenty of other moments that stuck out, and I can safely say that all of the anxiety and shouting and fretting and talking over each other was well worth it to see how The Bear served its last meal by bringing back so many of the dishes we loved the first time around.

Spoilers ahead for the final season of The Bear.

Every streaming service has its own megahits, and for those with a Hulu subscription, The Bear is definitely on that level. Arguably one of the best Hulu shows of all time, the Emmy-winning dramedy recently aired its fifth and final season. Star Jeremy Allen White apparently took home a 400-pound table from the set, and there's an A+ video of the rest of the cast reacting to this news.

Fans are still recovering from The Bear's finale, which saw Jeremy Allen White's Carmy step away from the culinary arts after the titular restaurant was given a whopping two Michelin stars. White apparently took home a butcher's block table from the set, transporting it from Chicago to his home in Los Angeles. A video from People shows the rest of The Bear's cast reacting to this news; check it out below:

How funny is that? Clearly, the news of White's extra-large souvenir didn't get to the rest of the crew, as they looked pretty gobsmacked that the Emmy-winning actor took home such a giant part of the set. Just the logistics alone of shipping it has my head spinning.

As you can see in the video above, Jeremy Allen White's co-stars had big reactions to the fact that he took a butcher block table home with him. Marcus actor Lionel Boyce joked about some of the things he took from the acclaimed TV show's set, saying:

It's common for actors to swipe some stuff from sets, especially when a long-running show like The Bear ends. And while Boyce swiped some of his costumes, he jokes that he should have thought bigger like Jeremy Allen White. I guess hindsight is 20-20.

Of course, there are other Bear stars that also had memorable reactions to the news of White's table. Richie actor Ebon Moss-Bachrach joked about his inability to take something so big from the set, saying:

Points were made. Moss-Bachrach was referencing Liza Colón-Zayas, who famously played Tina throughout all five seasons of The Bear. New York apartments simply aren't big enough for them to take pieces of the set. Clearly, Jeremy Allen White is standing alone with the size of his souvenir from the show.

The Bear Season 5 is streaming in its entirety on Hulu as part of the 2026 TV schedule. The series is definitely going to be missed, but at least Jeremy Allen white can feel like he's back on the set with that butcher block table.

Major spoilers for the final season of The Bear lie ahead, so proceed into this kitchen with caution, chefs.

The end is no longer near, it is here, as The Bear has reached the conclusion of its five-season run. While it’s sad that Christopher Storer’s Emmy-winning restaurant dramedy has come to a close, its final eight episodes leave viewers with a lot of cathartic moments to chew on (no pun intended). Among the sweeter scenes within the series finale is a particularly great moment between Carmy Berzatto and Sydney Adamu. Now, after having seen that, fans who’ve long loved these characters are in their feelings as am I.

A subplot within The Bear Season 5 involves Syd, Carmy and co. expecting a visit from an inspector, who could award them with a Michelin star (which would certify the quality of the establishment). The final episode, “The Original Beef of Chicagoland,” sees Carmy take a phone call from an unknown caller he’d frequently ignored throughout the season. Peter Clark is revealed to be the caller, and he not only reveals himself as the “Star Man” the team has been waiting for but that he actually visited the eatery months earlier.

Sydney later finds an emotional Carmy, who tells her about Clark and that he enjoyed the restaurant. Carmy then shocks Syd when he reveals that the restaurant has been awarded not one, but two stars. While the two initially play it cool, Sydney eventually leaves the kitchen and embraces Carmy with a passionate hug in the dining room. It’s a sweet sight, and fans aren’t holding in their emotions about it. Check out what some of them shared to X about what could be one of the best moments to grace the 2026 TV schedule:

• The Bear finally achieving Syd’s dream of becoming star holders. They didn’t get one but two stars and her hugging Carmy in thanks oh I’m so not okay. - @Archivesbym_
• The hug and then them pulling back and Carmy holding her face then them hugging again IM GOING CRAZY. - @mavellarke
• Dare i say this hug is somehow more intimate and romantic than a kiss. - @shivlestat
• SOMEBODY SEDATE ME this is happening woahh wow SYDCARMY NATION THEY HUGGED for a MINUTE!!! - @_delovetv
• The way he immediately drops the towel and runs straight to her is killing me. - @jawholic
• I can’t even put into words how much this scene means to me. They are so fucking proud of each other, and this hug was an accumulation of everything they have been through, separate and together. - @belqvedrue

At this point, I’m still on a high after seeing that hug between Carmy and Syd – who really have physical contact throughout the show – play out in real time. It’s a sweet moment and, as one of the social media users alludes to, it’s an earned public display of affection, considering what the two friends/co-workers have been through. The Bear has delivered some striking images and, for a show that can certainly make viewers feel anxious, it’s poetic that such a serene moment will now likely remain within the public’s consciousness.

What’s particularly notable about this scene is that for some time now, there’s been speculation regarding how Syd and Carmy’s relationship might develop. There have been those who’ve shipped them as a couple, while others believe it’d be a terrible idea to get them together. Syd actor Ayo Edebiri has also shot down romance assumptions, arguing that her character is not in love with Jeremy Allen White’s Carmy. Instead, she argues that the two have a kinship due to their shared passion for what they do.

I agree with Edebiri’s assessment, as the dynamic between Carm and Sydney has always read as platonic to me. Still, I’d argue that, thanks to that sweet hug scene, fans who fall on either side of the relationship debate should (hopefully) be satisfied. And, on a much broader note, that moment is just one of many reasons why this final season serves as a worthy send-off for the show. I’ll certainly miss the shots of tasty-looking foods, but it’s the characters and the firm bonds between them that I’ll miss the most.

Even though The Bear is done, fans can still revisit the show in its entirety using a Hulu subscription. And, if for some reason you’re reading this and have yet to watch the show at all, give it a try. You won’t regret it, chef.

This story contains NO SPOILERS for The Bear Season 5, which is available to stream now with a Hulu subscription.

The Bear has officially served up its final meal, dropping all eight of its Season 5 episodes on the 2026 TV schedule at once. At the end of Season 4, we saw Carmy (Jeremy Allen White) walk away from the restaurant, leaving it in the hands of Sydney (Ayo Edebiri), Richie (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) and Sugar (Abby Elliott). With no money, however, the future appears bleak, so is the comedy-drama able to provide an ending that will leave audiences full and satisfied? A look at the reviews and Rotten Tomatoes score is giving me early-season flashbacks.

How The Bear Season 5’s Rotten Tomatoes Score Compares To Past Seasons

Longtime fans of The Bear will be excited to know that the fifth and final season is rated a Certified Fresh 97% on Rotten Tomatoes, as of this writing. The Chicago-set series hasn’t seen numbers that high since its first two seasons, which received 100% and 99%, respectively.

I’d agree with the general consensus that The Bear was at its best in the beginning, when it quickly became one of FX and Hulu’s best original shows and started raking in all of those Emmy Awards. Seeing the stressful back-of-house operation may have been anxiety-inducing, but that energy was missed in the decidedly slower-paced third and fourth seasons.

The RT scores reflected that, too, with Season 3 earning 89% from critics, and Season 4 dropping to 84% (the audience scores were even less forgiving, rating them 54% and 68%, respectively).

If a 97% rating on Season 5 is an indication of a return to form in its final 8 episodes, sign me up! So what are the critics saying, anyway?

Reviews Say The Bear Season 5 Is A ‘Classic Recipe Done Very, Very Well’

The Bear Season 5 reviews came out before critics saw Episode 8, “The Original Beef of Chicagoland," but Clint Worthington of RogerEbert practically had his fill by the end of the penultimate episode, “Caramel” (and that’s not a bad thing). The critic notes how the focus had become too much on the guest stars, the needle drops, the Faks, etc. Season 5, however, feels as scaled back as the restaurant’s budget, en route to a satisfying finale. He writes:

Victoria Luxford of NME rates the final season 4 out of 5 stars, calling it a “bingeable buffet,” freed by the absence of an overarching storyline, which allows our food heroes’ stories room to breathe over the course of a single day. It’s “funny, gripping and jaggedly sentimental,” Luxford says, writing:

Benji Wilson of The Telegraph’s review of The Bear Season 5 gives it a perfect 5 out of 5 stars, writing that this season is “chaos incarnate,” sticking the landing by going back to what made us love the show in the first place. The critic writes:

These Rotten Tomatoes’ scores — especially combined with the critics’ feedback — have me flashing back to the chaotic intensity of The Bear’s peak seasons, and I can’t wait to jump into the final one. All eight episodes are available to stream now on Hulu.

If you haven’t checked out The Bear’s bonus episode “Gary,” an hour-long flashback starring Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach, who also co-wrote the episode, I implore you to do that before diving into Season 5. It’s not necessary in order to follow Season 5’s plot, but it is incredible and should not be skipped.

Then, you can dive into these last episodes that feel like they'll give a perfect goodbye to this beloved show.

It’s the end of an era for The Bear, and in the lead-up to Season 5’s premiere on the 2026 TV schedule, I’ve been wondering how exactly it is going to come to a close. Well, now Jeremy Allen White has spoken out about the finale of the show he’s won many awards for. I’m not gonna lie, his comments worry me.

In the lead-up to The Bear’s Season 5 premiere, Jeremy Allen White was asked how he reacted to the series finale’s script. He made it clear that it wasn’t easy to read or film, while also explaining his feelings about where Carmy’s story winds up. Elaborating on these ideas with People, he said:

Now, this comment worries me for two reasons.

First, knowing that it was “hard” for Jeremy Allen White to read and shoot this could mean a few different things. Obviously, endings are never easy, so it makes sense that this was challenging. However, his comments also make me wonder if I’ll like how The Bear ends.

Secondly, and from a story perspective, I’m simply concerned for Carmy. At the end of The Bear’s fourth season, he made a choice to take his name off the restaurant's partnership agreement. Ever since I watched him do that, I’ve been on the fence about whether his decision was a good or bad one. White’s latest comments have me slipping into bad territory, mostly because it really seems like his character is going to step away.

I don’t want that to happen in the final season of The Bear. While I do understand why he’d make that choice, I want Carmy to be very involved in this dream that started as his. So, yeah, I’m anxious that his story is going to end with a tragic acceptance that this dream didn’t work for him.

However, don’t get it twisted. I’m still very excited to stream Season 5 of The Bear with my Hulu subscription on June 25. I need to see how this story concludes, and I desperately want to know where Carmy and co end up after this wild journey they’ve all been on. Plus, the final part of the Shameless actor’s statement about the finale made me excited, as he said:

Well, that certainly eases my nerves. I’m happy that White is proud of the show and how it ends. I also love what we’ve seen so far from Season 5. In the trailer, we learn that the restaurant faces a flood, and the team is dealing with a ton of challenges as they work to simply keep the doors open. That gives us the drama and stakes I’ve always loved in The Bear. Meanwhile, we also get to see the team in the Original Berf shirts, which seems to imply that they’re going to have to go back to basics to succeed, and that excites me.

So, overall, yes, I’m worried about what’s going to happen in Season 5 of The Bear. However, it’s because I care so much about this show. Thankfully, while Jeremy Allen White’s comment concerned me, his clear adoration and passion for this final chapter make me feel a lot better.

When The Mandalorian and Grogu opens on the 2026 movies schedule in May, you won’t see The Bear’s Jeremy Allen White, only hear him. That’s because he’s voicing Rotta the Hutt in the upcoming Star Wars movie, and our first teasing look at Jabba’s adult son in the teaser trailer released last September showed he’s ridiculously muscular. Now the first full look at Rotta in The Mandalorian and Grogu has dropped, and it comes for an explanation from director Jon Favreau about why he’s so jacked.

Rotta was previously depicted as an infant in the 2008 movie Star Wars: The Clone Wars and the episode “Sphere of Influence” of the same-named follow-up TV series. The Mandalorian and Grogu takes place roughly three decades later, and now the Hutt definitely looks like he has no problem holding his own in a fight. Check it out:

Hutts are a naturally large species, but even so, they’re not usually known for keeping in shape, as evidenced by how little Jabba and the Twins from The Book of Boba Fett were shown moving. Rotta is one of the few exceptions, and he got so ripped under extreme circumstances. As Jon Favreau informed Empire:

First off, I definitely wouldn’t want to be within arm’s reach of Rotta, as I’m sure he can behead someone with one of those axes or pull the ears off a gundark without breaking a sweat. But being an effective fighter requires more than just strength, and I’m curious how the bulky Hutt is doing in the speed department. After all, if he can’t quickly reach his opponent, then what’s the point?

More importantly, though, is how did Rotta end up as a gladiator? As the son of one of the galaxy far, far away’s most notorious crime lords, you’d think he wouldn’t have to do in order to survive or make a living, even after Jabba was killed by Leia Organa. Well, according to Jon Favreau, it boils down to wanting to make a name for himself and stepping out of his late father’s shadow, comparing Rotta to Adonis Creed from the Creed movies. As the filmmaker put it:

It’s still unclear if Pedro Pascal’s Din Djarin will actually tussle with Rotta during The Mandalorian and Grogu or if he’ll seek him out for some other reason and find the Hutt in the middle of one of his gladiator fights. It also remains to be seen if Rotta is a villain in the movie or just a rough-around-the-edges guy who will have a more neutral role in the story, as I can’t imagine he would become one of Din’s allies so easily. Jeremy Allen White also mentioned to Empire that there’s “a little bit of Huttese” in the next Star Wars movie, but for the most part Rotta will be speaking in Basic, i.e. English.

We’ll see just how formidable Rotta the Hutt is when The Mandalorian and Grogu is released in theaters on May 22. While we wait for the movie, which will hopefully include the Hutt sharing his workout routine, remember that the Star Wars movies and TV shows can be streamed with a Disney+ subscription. So head over there if you’d like to revisit infant Rotta or The Mandalorian’s first three seasons.

There is an obvious difference for an actor between playing a fictional character and playing a real person. There is always wiggle room and space for creativity in the former (even a hero or villain with significant history), but expectations are wholly different than the latter, as portrayals are expected to be emulations of known individuals. So can you blame Jeremy Allen White from expressing some hesitance when presented the opportunity to go from making Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere to the upcoming sequel The Social Reckoning?

In an interview with Variety, the star of The Bear explained how he was ultimately convinced to join the cast of Aaron Sorkin’s Social Network sequel – but first he detailed why the gig gave him pause. In the experience of playing Bruce Springsteen, he always had the thought at the back of his mind that the legendary singer/songwriter was eventually going to watch his performance, and he wasn’t sure he wanted to carry that same weight while playing the role of Jeff Horwitz. He told the trade,

The specific focus of The Social Reckoning will be about the 2021 Facebook leak that revealed harm was being done to users by the social media platform, and it was harm that the company knew about. The whistleblower-sourced information was first covered in a series of articles by the Wall Street Journal, and WSJ tech reporter Jeff Horwitz published a book in 2023 titled Broken Code: Inside Facebook and the Fight to Expose Its Harmful Secrets.

To note: Jeremy Strong is playing Mark Zuckerberg in the sequel (and is replacing Jesse Eisenberg in the role), and Oscar winner Mikey Madison is portraying aforementioned whistleblower Frances Haugen.

What helped ease Jeremy Allen White’s mind about taking the part was understanding the degree to which Aaron Sorkin wanted him to transform himself in the performance. When he understood that the writer/director essentially wanted a movie version of Jeff Horowitz and was not expecting extreme efforts to channel the real man, White’s point of view on the project softened. He continued,

Of course, Sorkin is a legend when it comes to those “words” – from his beloved scripts for films like The Social Network, A Few Good Men and Moneyball to the existence of The West Wing. Putting aside the pressures for an actor playing a real person, his writing style is demanding by itself for a performer, and White had to wrap his brain around it:

The Social Reckoning completed filming earlier this month, and if all goes according to plan, it will be a contender in the 2026 award season when it arrives in theaters on October 9.

Jeremy Allen White's career has skyrocketed in recent years, debuting his Emmy-winning lead role on The Bear in 2022, not too long after wrapping his run as part of the Shameless ensemble. The first season of the TV dramedy was followed by the tear-jerking The Iron Claw in 2023, and most recently, Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere in 2025. With Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu on the way as well as The Bear Season 5 in the 2026 TV schedule, he has a pretty full slate. According to White, however, he's much less acclaimed as an actor by his two young daughters.

White, who is extremely popular in Chicago after four seasons and counting of The Bear, spoke with Vanity Fair about why he wanted to team up with Jon Favreau for The Mandalorian and Grogu, and it certainly wasn't because Rotta the Hutt (seen in the trailer) is the most glamorous character in the galaxy far, far away. He told the outlet:

Jeremy Allen White's two daughters are currently 7 and 4 years old, so it's probably for the best that they're not binge-watching The Bear like fans have with a Hulu subscription. It's pretty cute to imagine his youngsters seeing Carmy's dream sequence with a bear and then thinking that the whole show is about scary bears. In fairness to them, though, wouldn't you sooner think that a show called The Bear is about large animals than about stressed chefs in the Windy City?

Voicing Rotta the Hutt for The Mandalorian and Grogu seems like a more family friendly gig than what has happened over the years of the FX on Hulu show, which can be so dramatic that some would argue it doesn't deserve its awards in the comedy categories. Even White's attempt to bring the girls to the set of The Bear fell through, leading to another cute story about what his kids think he does for a living when they had to instead go for hot dogs. He said:

If you weren't saying "Aww!" at the first story, could you resist at the tale of Jeremy Allen White's youngest daughter believing that he's the hot dog version of the Easter Bunny when he's on the road? For as closely as the actor is associated with Chicago after four full seasons of The Bear so far, it would be reasonable for anybody to think that he might be an expert on hot dog toppings.

Looking ahead at what Jeremy Allen White has in the works, his youngest daughter may come to think that he's hard at work handing out a LOT of hot dogs. After generating buzz on the big screen with Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere and now that The Mandalorian and Grogu is less than a year away among upcoming Star Wars movies, he's likely to cause a stir in 2026 as part of the cast of The Social Reckoning. Plus, of course, more of The Bear is expected next year.

For now, you can always check out (or re-check out) the four seasons of The Bear so far streaming on Hulu.

I feel like, at this point, Jeremy Allen White is a household name thanks to The Bear and the release of projects like Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere on the 2025 movie schedule. However, he’s actually been working and well-known for a long time now, especially if you go to Chicago. That was proven when the Shameless actor found himself in a situation in the Windy City where his bodyguard was trying to protect him from a gaggle of girls.

In Jeremy Allen White’s words, he’s “extra famous” in Chicago thanks to his work on The Bear and Shameless. So, he has to take some extra precautions when he’s there. That means working with a security guard named Moody, as he described on The Graham Norton Show:

Now, considering White says he gets recognized frequently and he has smooth methods for avoiding people realizing he’s him, it makes sense that he’d have security, especially in Chicago. However, in this story, our guy Moody took things a bit too far.

Continuing this tale about The Bear cast being near a group of young female fans, the actor said:

Listen, I’m all for caution. Also, Jeremy Allen White is an Emmy winner, a very respected actor, and a heartthrob, so he has enthusiastic fans. And, as he said, he’s “extra famous” in Chicago because he has starred in two major shows that are filmed there. Therefore, when his security clocked this group, he did what he thought was necessary to protect The Iron Claw star. However, it turned out not to be necessary.

The gaggle of girls was not a threat, according to White, and being lifted out of the situation was not needed. The Bear star told Moody that too, explaining:

It’s a wild thing to pick any adult up by their hips to move them, but trying to imagine this happening to award-winning actor Jeremy Allen White is wilder.

Now, when he returns to film Season 5 of The Bear, I’d be curious to see what kind of protective measures are in place. Every year, as new seasons become available to those with a Hulu subscription, the cast gets more famous, and I can’t help but wonder how it changes their experiences while filming, specifically in Chicago.

Clearly, they have security who are committed to keeping them safe. However, hopefully, they learned a lesson here and know there is probably no need to literally lift Jeremy Allen White out of an area when there is no imminent danger.

Music biopics about major pop stars of the rock and roll era have been huge in the 21st Century. The most recent, Bruce Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere, is currently in theaters on the 2025 movie schedule. Jeremy Allen White’s portrayal of the Jersey hero is just the latest in a long line of really great performances of our favorite musicians. Many have been nominated for Oscars, and some have won them for their roles. Perhaps my favorite, though, doesn’t seem to get the same acclaim: Paul Dano as Brian Wilson in Love & Mercy from 2014.

Paul Dano And John Cusack Both Play Wilson In Love & Mercy

I will admit here that I adore The Beach Boys, and I believe that Brian Wilson is one of the musical geniuses of all time, not just in rock and roll. Bias aside, however, both Paul Dano and John Cusack are fantastic as the troubled songwriter at different points in his life. Dano is especially good. So good, in fact, that it boggles my mind that he wasn’t even nominated for an Academy Award. He did get a Golden Globe nod for Best Supporting Actor, but lost to Sylvester Stallone for Creed.

Dano is consistently great in his movies, going all the way back to his early roles in Little Miss Sunshine and one of my favorite movies, There Will Be Blood. I would put his turn as Wilson in the 1960s, as he wrote and recorded his masterpiece, Pet Sounds, right there alongside those other performances. He really nails Wilson’s mannerisms and plays the role with the exact level of delicacy that the late Wilson had in real life. He also looks just like Wilson did. There were times in the movie that I completely forgot it wasn’t the real Wilson.

The Last 25 Years Have Been A Golden Age For Musical Biopics

In the 21st century, Hollywood has gone all in on music biopics. Many of the best music biopics, like Walk The Line about Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash, Ray, about Ray Charles, and Bohemian Rhapsody, about Freddie Mercury and Queen, all won Oscars for the actors playing the lead characters. Love & Mercy didn’t get one nomination in any category, including the acting awards. That isn’t to take away from the others, all of which were more than deserving of their accolades. It just shows how overlooked Cusack and Dano were for Love & Mercy.

I expect that Jeremy Allen White will also join the ranks of actors nominated for Best Actor after playing a superstar songwriter, just as Timothée Chalamet was last year for his portrayal of Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown, at a very different kind of moment in his career than Springsteen in Deliver Me From Nowhere. I’m rooting for White, but it’ll still frustrate me that Dano (and Cusack, for that matter) got snubbed.

Jeremy Allen White’s been crushing it on TV for a long time, first for his run at Lip Gallagher for the entirety of Shameless’ run, and these days for his Emmy-winning role as Carmy Berzatto in the Hulu subscription-exclusive series The Bear. But White has also been building up a solid presence in the film space too, and there are Marvel Cinematic Universe fans who have fancast him as Wolverine. Well, White did have a meeting with Marvel at one point, and he recently discussed how that went.

The actor’s been making the press rounds for his 2025 movie release Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere, where he plays “The Boss” himself, Bruce Springsteen, and Happy Sad Confused was one of his stops. Host Josh Horowitz brought up comments White made in 2023 to GQ about how he’d met studio executives for a “kind of Marvel-y movie,” but when he asked these execs why he should do their movie, “they didn’t respond well to that.” Here’s how White looks back on that meeting now:

We still don’t know what Marvel movie Jeremy Allen White was in conversations for, although assuming this meeting happened in 2023, it could have been for one of the three MCU movies that came out this year. Maybe he was being looked at to play Bob/Sentry in Thunderbolts* or Johnny Storm/Human Torch in The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Whatever the case, White regrets how he handled that meeting, and he also used his conversation with Josh Horowitz to elaborate about how he feels about superhero movies, saying:

So that Marvel opportunity didn’t work out, and clearly Jeremy Allen White isn’t super passionate about this genre. But what if another upcoming Marvel movie or upcoming Marvel TV show comes along? After all, he’s voicing Rotta the Hutt in The Mandalorian & Grogu, so it’s not like he’s against blockbuster productions entirely. Well, when Horowitz brought up the aforementioned Wolverine fancastings, White responded:

Hugh Jackman reprised Wolverine after a seven-year absence in Deadpool & Wolverine last year, and rumor has it he’s not only going to don the adamantium claws again in Avengers: Secret Wars, but also stay on for “more projects” if/when the X-Men are rebooted for the MCU. Regardless of how you feel about that, assuming this information is accurate, then that would seemingly prevent Jeremy Allen White from taking over the role, unless he’s able to appear as a Wolverine variant. Still, I hope another Marvel opportunity comes White’s way that he approves of, as it’d be great to see him in this franchise.

You can see Jeremy Allen playing Bruce Springsteen in Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere in theaters now, and The Mandalorian & Grogu will follow May 22, 2026. White is also set to star opposite Jeremy Strong, Mikey Madison and Bill Burr in The Social Reckoning, which is getting a 2026 release, too.

Spoiler Warning: There are Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere spoilers in the article below. If you’ve yet to watch the new music biopic, please exercise some caution.

As a massive Bruce Springsteen fan, especially when it comes to his stripped-down and highly personal 1982 album, Nebraska, I was floored when Scott Cooper’s Deliver Me From Nowhere was announced. The critically acclaimed biopic, which just dropped on the 2025 movie schedule, follows Jeremy Allen White’s “The Boss” as he deals with past trauma and his own identity just as he’s about to become a massive superstar.

Considering the movie focuses so heavily on the recording of the famous Colts Neck sessions, it was no shocker that there would be references galore. There’s one subtle reference that blew me away, and I hope Bruce Springsteen’s fans didn’t miss it.

If you did, however, I’ll break it down for you now…

There's A Shot Where Jeremy Allen White Stands Just Like Springsteen On The Back Of The Nebraska LP

Partway through Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere, there’s a scene where Bruce imagines walking through his parents’ old house in New Jersey, where he walks up on his dad (played by 2025 Emmy winner Stephen Graham). When his father, head down on the kitchen table with a pack of smokes and a half-finished pint, asks him what he wants, Jeremy Allen White looks exactly like the image of the real Springsteen on the back cover of the Nebraska LP.

This classic, black-and-white photo, which was taken through a doorframe, shows a young Springsteen standing in a way that makes it appear he’s anticipating a big step with a slight hesitancy and confounding look upon his face. And since the movie deals so much with Springsteen overcoming past trauma, his depression, and his place in the world, it seems like a clever reference to an all-time great image.

It's Only There For A Few Seconds, But It Has To Be Intentional

Unlike the Nebraska photo, which is forever captured in a freeze frame, the shot in Deliver Me From Nowhere is one of those “blink and you miss it” situations. That said, I am convinced this was intentional by director Scott Cooper and not some lucky shot, a number of days into filming. The composition of the shot, the way Jeremy Allen White is posed, and the way the movie references the Nebraska album throughout its two-hour runtime back this up. It makes even more sense when you consider one of the record’s best tracks is called “My Father’s House.”

It's Also Notable Because The Nebraska Album Cover Is Discussed Multiple Times In The Movie

Another thing I love about the Nebraska reference at the end of the movie is the fact that the unconventional album cover (David Michael Kennedy’s black-and-white photo of a car driving down a country road) is discussed multiple times before this scene takes place.

Up to that point in his career, every album save for his debut, Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J., had featured The Boss front and center, and the movie captures CBS Records executives’ skepticism of straying from that course. These conversations also lead to some funny moments when they hear of Springsteen’s wishes for no tour, no singles, and no promotion of any kind for the highly personal project.

While I can’t say for certain that Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere references the back of the Nebraska LP, it would be hard to convince me this wasn’t a fun Easter egg put in for The Boss’ fans.

I don’t normally like to compare movies to one another; I don’t think it’s fair to do that. However, as I was watching Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere last night, the music biopic which hits the 2025 movie schedule this weekend, I kept thinking about last year’s A Complete Unknown. On the surface, the comparisons are natural; both are biopics about musicians, Bruce Springsteen and Bob Dylan, and both are mostly about one specific moment in each one’s career. It goes deeper than that, though, because of how different those moments were for the artists.

A quick warning, there are some very light spoilers for both movies ahead, but nothing that would ruin the experience of either.

Deliver Me From Nowhere Finds Springsteen In A Moment Of Doubt

Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere opens with Bruce Springsteen, played wonderfully by Jeremy Allen White, wrapping up the very successful tour supporting his 1980 album The River. He has his first top-five hit (“Hungry Heart”) and he’s on the verge of music superstardom. Internally, though, Springsteen is a mess. He’s questioning his career and his art, wondering what to do next.

As happened in real life, he retreats to a rented house in the woods in New Jersey and faces some difficult internal questions. He isn’t sure who he is as a person or as an artist. His past inspirations aren’t working for him, and he doesn’t know where to go with his life or his music. The result, famously, is the iconic album Nebraska, but it took months of soul searching to find his artistic voice again.

A Complete Unknown Is The Complete Opposite

In 2024’s A Complete Unknown, available now with a Hulu subscription, Timothée Chalamet plays Bob Dylan in a moment of total artistic confidence. He never doubts for a moment that his decision to “go electric” is exactly the next step he needs to take as an artist. Those around Dylan might not be confident in the decision, but he is. It’s the opposite of Springsteen’s artistic doubt in Deliver Me From Nowhere.

Dylan doesn’t have to convince himself; he has to convince everyone else. Springsteen has the full support of everyone around him, including his legendary manager Jon Landau (Jeremy Strong), but he has no confidence in himself. The contrast between these moments in their careers and in the two movies is something I kept coming back to as I watched the new film.

Both movies are a fascinating and wonderful look into watershed moments in both songwriters’ careers, but they couldn’t be more different. Even the albums that resulted from these moments, the acoustic Nebraska from Springsteen, and the electric Bringing It All Back Home from Dylan, are opposites of what they had previously been famous for.

These two movies could be companion pieces exploring the artistic development of music legends. It’s a double feature I want to try next time I have the opportunity to see Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere.

Of all of the upcoming music biopics in the works right now, Deliver Me from Nowhere is undoubtedly one of the most highly anticipated. Jeremy Allen White is portraying “The Boss” Bruce Springsteen in an exploration of the lead-up to and creation of 1982’s Nebraska, one of the most influential rock albums of all time. Critics have seen early showings ahead of its release on the 2025 movie calendar, and they’re saying White is “remarkable,” despite falling victim to clichés.

In addition to Jeremy Allen White, the Bruce Springsteen biopic Deliver Me from Nowhere stars Jeremy Strong and Paul Walter Hauser in what Mark Kennedy of the AP calls a “humbling portrait of an icon.” The movie dives deep into the musician’s turmoil, and White’s portrayal is “soulful.” The critic rates it 3.5 out of 4 stars, musing:

Robert Daniels of RogerEbert.com also gives it a high 3 stars out of 4, writing that while director Scott Cooper’s film is full of clichés at the start, it soon becomes “a soulful and meditative character study” of a superstar who is flawed and damaged, but in a way that is relatable and inspires hope. In Daniels’ words:

Liz Shannon Miller of Consequence gives it a B, admitting to getting distracted over physical dissimilarities between The Boss and Jeremy Allen White. Miller also notes the music biopic clichés but says overall, Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere is a win. The critic writes:

Ross Bonaime of Collider gives the movie 6 out of 10, saying it was smart of Scott Cooper to focus on one essential period in Bruce Springsteen’s life, but the result is a movie that’s too rote to do the musician’s life justice. However, Jeremy Allen White and Jeremy Strong’s performances make up for its weaknesses to some degree, Bonaime says, writing:

Chris Evangelista of SlashFilm also rates it 6 out of 10, echoing the sentiment that The Bear star’s “incredible, haunted” portrayal of the music icon elevates an otherwise formulaic biopic. Evangelista says:

The critics seem to be in agreement that the performances of Jeremy Allen White and Jeremy Strong, in particular, are worth the price of admission for a biopic that doesn’t quite avoid the clichés that so often accompany the genre. The movie has compiled a Rotten Tomatoes score of 62% from critics.

If you’re a fan of Nebraska or The Boss in general, you’ll likely want to give this one a go, which you can do now, as Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere is in theaters now.

Each role of Jeremy Allen White’s has required him to embrace character-building challenges head-on. From the “gross” struggles of bulking up for The Iron Claw to delving into Carmy’s “challenging” mentality for Season 3 of The Bear, White has shown a fearless dedication to his characters. When it came to depicting Bruce Springsteen for his upcoming music biopic, Deliver Me From Nowhere, the Emmy winner got real about diving into the role and actually asking The Boss for “a little bit of space” while he played him.

The moment that Jeremy Allen White was lined up to play Bruce Springsteen, I had a feeling the Shameless alum would bring his A-game. Austin Butler, who gave a praiseworthy early reaction to White’s Deliver Me From Nowhere performance, interviewed the actor for Interview Magazine about what he went through to fully embody the “Born in the USA” singer. White’s candid answer involved asking Springsteen himself for “a little bit of space” during filming. He explained:

I can imagine what a relief it must have been for The Bear star to not have to jump straight into shooting any intense scenes. After all, sometimes you want to dip your feet in the water before you start swimming. However, seeing as Bruce Springsteen was actively on set for the 2025 movie release, it’s understandable why White asked for space to explore the character on his own.

Embodying a living, real-life figure who can watch your performance must come with a lot of pressure. It’s only natural to want some breathing room. Fortunately, The Boss understood that, and graciously gave White the space he needed (kind of), as the Deliver Me From Nowhere star joked:

Bruce Springsteen’s respectful approach to White’s request for space is something to be admired. You could tell the E Street Band member knew where the actor was coming from, as Springsteen said he would choose to stay at home for the actors to “feel completely free” during scenes personal to him. It shows the best-selling artist trusted White to do his thing.

When Bruce Springsteen was around on set, Jeremy Allen White made sure to tell Austin Butler what an excellent source of support he was. He said the “Thunder Road” singer would always make himself available if he needed help or encouraging direction. Springsteen would even send the talented actor texts before bed about the parts of his performance that stood out to him, which White said helped him sleep at night. That’s a positive influence that can make taking on any challenging role seamless.

With all of the intense work that Jeremy Allen White went through to nail Bruce Springsteen’s voice and mannerisms, it’s clear that asking the “Born to Run” singer for “a little bit of space” was necessary to bring out a convincing portrayal of the award-winning musician. As Springsteen said that White did “a great job” with his “interpretation” of him, it proves that an actor needs to do what he's gotta do.

You can see the Bruce Springsteen biopic, Deliver Me From Nowhere, in theaters on October 24th.

Following a years-long hiatus, the film branch of the Star Wars franchise is ramping up yet again, with the next movie to hit theaters being The Mandalorian and Grogu. Based on Jon Favreau’s acclaimed TV show, the flick is set to follow the titular characters as they set off on a new adventure. Early footage also suggests that in their travels, Din Djarin and his surrogate, Force-wielding son will cross paths with Rotta the Hutt, who’s voiced by Jeremy Allen White. Now, White is finally opening up about the role and how he landed it.

To say Jeremy Allen White is one of the most in-demand stars in Hollywood right now is putting it lightly. His latest film is Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, which sees him play the one and only Bruce Springsteen. Despite Allen’s rising status, though, I still wouldn’t have predicted he’d join Mandalorian and Grogu, let alone as the voice of Jabba the Hutt’s son. White broke his silence on the gig while speaking with GMA (as seen on YouTube), and it apparently all came together due to a meeting with director and co-writer Favreau:

The Iron Man helmer is indeed someone who knows talent, and he has no qualms about reaching out to actors he’d love to collaborate with. His work on Mandalorian is no different, as actors like Giancarlo Esposito and Sigourney Weaver (who’s also in the movie) have spoken about the filmmaker contacting them personally about working together. When it comes to White’s experience, it sounds like he’s enjoyed the opportunity to help bring a Star Wars character to life for the big screen:

At this point, I’m already trying to imagine how the Bear star’s kids (and audiences as a whole) will react to seeing the muscular Hutt on the big screen. Rotta originally made his on-screen debut in the animated film Star Wars: The Clone Wars, during which he appeared as a Huttlet who’d been kidnapped by Asajj Ventress.

In the Star Wars timeline, Mandalorian and Grogu takes place decades after the events of The Clone Wars and the TV show it spawned, so it makes sense that Rotta has grown considerably since then. His exact role in the story is relatively unknown at this point, but I’m curious as to how he fits in. Of course, I’m also curious as to how White ultimately approaches the character from a performance standpoint. The Hutts not only have their own language, but their vocal tones can also be quite deep.

Jeremy Allen White is a talented performer, though, so I’m confident that he and Jon Favreau managed to find a voice that perfectly suited this version of the character. Barring any further reveals via additional trailers, fans will see and hear Rotta when The Mandalorian and Grogu blasts into theaters on May 22 amid the 2026 movie schedule. In the meantime, stream other Star Wars movies as well as TV shows using a Disney+ subscription.

After the success of A Complete Unknown, Jeremy Allen White is next in line to take on the challenge of playing a rock legend for a biopic, and fans are anxiously awaiting to see whether or not he pulls it off. The Bear star is to portray as Bruce Springsteen in a musical biopic titled Deliver Me From Nowhere, set to release in theaters October 24 on the 2025 movie schedule. However, White opted not to seek advice from his fellow actors like Timothée Chalamet and Austin Butler in this category, and I’m curious to see if his reason why pays off.

The Shameless actor recently addressed the fact that he didn’t reach out to his fellow actors for advice on making his performance stand out among the many upcoming musical biopics. While talking to the award-winning Chalamet seems like a no brainer, White told Variety there was one reason why he didn’t feel the need to:

We know from past films that preparing for a biopic role is an intense process, especially when depicting beloved musical visionaries. There’s already a fanbase that needs to be catered to, but more importantly, a real person’s life that you are honoring. Actors have gone to all lengths to get it right, like Austin Butler’s method acting, which led to him talking with an Elvis Presley accent for years following filming. Then there's Timothée Chalamet learning to sing and play guitar exactly like Bob Dylan, so much so that his castmates couldn't tell the difference.

Butler, Chalamet, and Malek (who played Queen's Freddie Mercury) have all gone through it to much success, and I’m sure they would have provided helpful tips. After talking with Butler on the set of their new A24 film Enemies, White seemingly regrets not asking.

But this isn’t the After Everything actor first foray into biopics, having portrayed one of the Von Erich brothers in The Iron Claw. Besides, I think his idea of just consulting himself and the “Thunder Road” singer for the role makes sense given the story director Scott Cooper is trying to tell.

Similar to A Complete Unknown, Deliver Me From Nowhere opts to share a specific snippet of Bruce Springsteen’s career instead of trying to tell his whole life story in two hours. The upcoming biopic centers around the making of Nebraska, an album “The Boss” made by himself, alone at home in New Jersey. Sandwiched between heightened moments in his career, Nebraska is a folkier acoustic sound with darker themes compared to Springsteen's other music, and an album he seemingly held very close to his chest.

Much like Springsteen making Nebraska, Jeremy Allen White isolated himself in a way while making this film, only consulting with the one person who could really give him insight to this role. However, the Born In The USA singer admitted to staying home when scenes were more personal.

It’s a very unexpected take for a Springsteen biopic, but much like A Complete Unknown, it should make for a captivating film. White has seemingly put in the work to nail his portrayal of Bruce Springsteen, and has even gotten the stamp of approval from “The Boss” himself, as well as fellow biopic actor Austin Butler. First looks at Deliver Me From Nowhere already have me excited, and I can’t wait to see if White’s process earns him a spot among the best musical biopics.

While I firmly believe When Harry Met Sally is one of the best rom-coms ever made, I don’t agree with Harry’s integral claim that men and women can’t just be friends. Sometimes, when I watch something where a man and a woman are friends, that’s all I want them to be, and that’s the case with Sydney and Carmy on The Bear. Ayo Edebiri agrees with that, too. However, many fans do not, and she recently gave a perfectly logical explanation about why she won’t change her stance.

For years, Ayo Edebiri has been explaining why Sydney and Carmy won’t be together. In a recent interview with Vanity Fair, she addressed the topic again. She was asked how she views fans’ desire for her character and Jeremy Allen White’s chef to be more than friends, and in response, she said:

Since day one, I’ve thought these two didn’t belong together. With every passing season (which you can stream with a Hulu subscription), that belief becomes even more solidified for me.

Spoilers for Season 4 of The Bear are ahead!

Season 4 of The Bear, and that ending involving Sydney, Carmy and his choice to leave the restaurant, really put out any sort of ember that may have existed in terms of the possibility that they’d ever be something more than co-workers. The finale left them at a crossroads, and Sydney seemed betrayed by her professional partner's choice. Moving forward, I have a feeling that them even just being friends might be hard.

However, I guess others still think a romance could happen, and the Bottoms actress did say that the way people interpret the show, naturally, will be different. She explained:

While she noted that her interpretation could differ from viewers’, she also made her stance abundantly clear. She explained that the notion of them being romantically involved is “crazy,” and if anything happened, nothing good could come of it, saying:

I totally agree, there’s no way a romance would end well for Syd and Carmy. They both have a lot to figure out personally and professionally – especially after the events of the episodes that aired on the 2025 TV schedule. And they need to do that without adding a complex and, frankly, unnecessary element into the mix.

Let’s let Carmy be with Claire, and let Sydney live life how she wants, whether that’s with a partner or not. They both deserve to be happy, and they are not in a position to do that for each other romantically.

In Season 5, hopefully, they’ll work things out as business partners and friends so they’re on solid, healthy ground by the time Carmy either leaves The Bear or doesn’t. And that’s all. According to Ayo Edebiri, it won’t go past that point, and it’s for good reason, too.

When it comes to films about musicians, few upcoming music biopics have cinephiles quite as excited as Jeremy Allen White’s turn as Bruce Springsteen in Deliver Me from Nowhere. Ahead of the film hitting the 2025 release schedule, first looks have shown White transforming himself into “The Boss,” and his performance already looks stellar. Fellow musical biopic leading man Austin Butler, of Elvis fame, recently revealed he’s already gotten to check out the movie ahead of its release.

Butler's been doing press for Darren Aronofsky's next film, Caught Stealing, which he stars in alongside Zoë Kravitz. Next up, he'll star in the A24 crime film Enemies with Jeremy Allen White, and in a new The Tonight Show clip, he admitted he's already had the privilege of checking out White’s performance as Bruce Springsteen. In fact, the actor was pretty complimentary, though he may have stepped across some boundaries saying so.

Coming from the Bikeriders star, this is pretty high praise. Not many performances have gotten quite the amount of positive attention in the last few years that Butler’s dedicated transformation into Elvis Presley for Baz Luhrmann’s 2022 film did. The actor truly became the music superstar, and I felt he was pretty unrecognizable in the role. It’s a pretty ostentatious, maximalist production, but Butler somehow is able to stand out amidst all of it, and watching the performance is truly breathtaking. For him to acknowledge another actor's prowess in taking on a similar task is a true compliment.

When it comes to starring in musical biopics, Jeremy Allen White has some big shoes to fill. Not only is he playing one of the most beloved iconic musicians of all time, but musical biopics have been a place for actors to truly shine over the last several years.

Famously, Rami Malek won the Oscar for playing Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody and Timothée Chalamet was recognized by SAG for his critically acclaimed turn as Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown last year. Not to dismiss Taron Egerton in Rocketman, either.

Butler also revealed in his interview that a lot of these actors have discussed these endeavors with each other and offered some guidance, so I guess biopic actors have almost their own community, which is pretty sweet.

If I wasn’t already excited enough to see White as Springsteen, this Butler endorsement has me even more hyped. The film is set to cover the recording of the Nebraska album, a pivotable moment in Springsteen’s early career. White has already proven his talent in shows like Shameless and The Bear, and films like The Iron Claw truly expanded his range. Also supporting performances by acting heavy-hitters like Jeremy Strong and Paul Walter Hauser make Deliver Me From Nowhere even more of an exciting prospect. I have a feeling we will be talking about this one all throughout Oscar season.

It will be a while before fans will get to see Austin Butler and Jeremy Allen White together in Enemies considering the movie isn’t set to come out until next year. However, you will be able to see White in Deliver Me From Nowhere very soon, as the movie will be in theaters nationwide on October 24th, 2025. You can also see Butler in his latest film, Caught Stealing, when it heads to the big screen on August 29th.

I have been following The Social Network Part II for a long time. I first wrote about it nearly five years ago when I went on about various scenarios I want to see in Aaron Sorkin’s next Facebook movie. Though not much has happened over the years, that recently changed when it was revealed that the long-awaited sequel is still in the works and was gaining a lot of traction. It’s safe to say that I’m excited, and this news has my attention…

However, though I’m extremely excited to dive back into the world of this mammoth social media company and all its big controversies, I am also a little worried about the movie that seems like it won’t see the return of its original cast or director, David Fincher. Here are a few thoughts I have about The Social Network Part II.

Nothing Against Aaron Sorkin As A Director, But I Don't Think It'll Match What David Fincher Did

Don’t get me wrong, I think that Aaron Sorkin is one of the greatest screenwriters, playwrights, and TV creators of the past 25-30 years (and possibly of all time). I consider The West Wing and The Newsroom two of the best TV shows of all time, his plays like A Few Good Men and To Kill a Mockingbird (his adaptation of Harper Lee’s novel is outstanding) are in a league of their own, and his movies like The Social Network and Moneyball show off his incredible skill as a writer.

However, he’s no David Fincher when it comes to directing. Yeah, there are few that come close to touching Fincher, at least when discussing living filmmakers, but the acclaimed director, with his signature style, made The Social Network into a damn-near perfect film. That said, I have faith in Sorkin as a filmmaker, but I really hope that the nuance and punchiness of Fincher’s 2010 directorial effort isn’t lost with someone else sitting behind the camera. We shall see…

However, I Am Excited To See How Sorkin Approaches Facebook From A Different Angle

Though the last courtroom scene in Trial of the Chicago 7 was a little cheesy, Sorkin has shown us over the years that he’s more than competent as a director, especially in detail-oriented films with a lot of moving parts. So, I’m excited to see what he does with a movie that takes a deep dive into the complexities of a social media platform like Facebook and a CEO like Mark Zuckerberg.

One thing that has me excited about The Social Network Part II is that, according to Deadline, the sequel will take a different approach to Facebook and will instead be on the outside looking in opposed to focusing on its creation and early days. When covering the film in June 2025, the outlet reported that it will explore the story behind Jeff Horowitz’s articles titled “The Facebook Files,” which were first published by the Wall Street Journal in October 2021. The bombshell report exposed all kinds of stories from the inner workings of Facebook at the time, as well as all the harms caused by the company on a global scale. This makes it seem like Zuckerberg won’t be the lens through which we see the story unfold, which is really promising.

It Doesn't Sound Like Jesse Eisenberg Is Coming Back, But His Rumored Replacement Is Promising

The Social Network was a Best Picture loser that should have won, and its star, Jesse Eisenberg, should have taken home the Best Actor Oscar at the Academy Awards way back when. However, it sounds like Eisenberg won't get a chance to play Zuckerberg and get an Oscar nom this time around, as the role is reportedly being recast. That said, the name that keeps coming up has me a little more intrigued about the upcoming sequel.

In July 2025, Variety reported that Oscar nominee and Primetime Emmy Award-winning actor Jeremy Strong was being eyed to play Zuckerberg in the sequel. Over the years, Strong has proven that he’s more than capable of handling intense and powerful figures, whether it’s his take on Kendall Roy on HBO’s Succession or Donald Trump’s mentor Roy Cohn in The Apprentice. If the Facebook founder is going to be presented in not the best light and not really be the protagonist, then I think Strong is a perfect choice for the part, even if I’m bummed this might mean we won’t see Eisenberg play Zuckerberg again.

I'm Also Curious To See How Mikey Madison And Jeremy Allen White Do In This

Scott Cooper’s Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere may not be the only place we see Jeremy Strong and Jeremy Allen White, as the two could be sharing the screen again soon after the upcoming music biopic lands on the big screen. In July 2025, Deadline reported that the Emmy-winning star of The Bear was being eyed for a role along with Oscar-winning actress Mikey Madison, who is coming off a career-defining role in Anora.

Though their characters’ identities have not yet been confirmed, the outlet reported that these two up-and-coming actors were Sorkin’s picks for The Social Network Part II. There could be a situation where White stands in for Jeff Horowitz at the Wall Street Journal, with Madison taking on the role of a Facebook whistleblower, which could add another dynamic to the movie.

What's The Over/Under Going To Be On 'Walk And Talks' In The Social Network Part II

Every writer, director, and producer has their own signature touch that they insert in all of their movies, shows, and other programs. That’s more true for Aaron Sorkin than pretty much everyone else, specifically when it comes to his “walk and talks:” scenes where people have intense conversations while walking through the White House in The West Wing, a TV studio in The Newsroom, or the bowels of the Oakland Coliseum in Moneyball.

One thing I want to know, and I guess I need to check with some oddsmakers for this, is what the over/under will be for “walk and talks” here. Depending on the runtime, we could see at least four or five of these scenes, but I’m willing to take the over.

Though I have some concerns, am apprehensive about a few things, and don’t know what to expect, I’m extremely excited for The Social Network Part II, and I can’t wait to see how this shakes out.

We're getting closer and closer to the sequel, or "companion" piece, as producers are calling it, to 2010's The Social Network. The Social Reckoning is on the way as part of the 2026 movie schedule. There will be an entirely new cast, including the part of Mark Zuckerberg, and this one is being written and directed by Aaron Sorkin.

Sorkin wrote the first movie, but it was directed by David Fincher. Fincher isn't involved this time around. Now that we have a title for the movie, we've also learned a little more about what to expect from the continuation of the Facebook story, and this one may not be quite as light as much of the first one was.

Here is everything we currently know about The Social Reckoning.

What Is The Social Reckoning Release Date?

The Social Reckoning will be released on October 9, 2026. Filming began in October 2025 in Vancouver and was expected to be completed in December, but we've not heard confirmation as of this writing that it has wrapped.

The Social Network Part II Cast

The first film really ignited the careers of both Jesse Eisenberg and Andrew Garfield, both of whom have gone on to have very fulfilling careers in the last fifteen years. Eisenberg earned an Academy Award nomination for his part in the film, but has confirmed he will not be returning for this continuation. Gardfield has also stated he will not be returning, either.

However, the first cast members' names have been released, and it's an impressive list that includes Emmy and Oscar winners. That includes who will be playing Zuckerberg, as well as other familiar names important to telling the story. In fact, some of the characters provide some hints as to what we'll see in The Social Reckoning.

Jeremy Strong

Probably the most anticipated question about the casting of The Social Reckoning is who will play Facebook co-founder Mark Zuckerberg. We now have the answer, and it's none other than Emmy Award-winner Jeremy Strong. This is an interesting choice, but there is no doubt that Strong has the chops to play any role, and his take on Zuckerberg will be fascinating, especially at this pivotal time in the Facebook CEO's career.

This will be the third film in a row where Strong will be playing a real person. In 2024, he earned an Academy Award nomination for playing Roy Cohn in the Donald Trump biopic The Apprentice. In 2025, he played music manager Jon Landau in Delivery Me From Nowhere, along with one of his co-stars in this movie, Jeremy Allen White.

Mikey Madison As Frances Haugen

Oscar-winner Mikey Madison will play Frances Haugen, who is a former data engineer at Facebook-turned-whistleblower. Haugen worked with Congress and the press to release The Facebook Files, which opened up the social media company to a slew of criticisms over how it handled content from its millions of users.

Madison had a huge breakout year in 2024 when she starred in Anora as the titular character. She won an Academy Award for her performance, and the movie took home Best Picture as well. This will be her first role since that breakout performance, so I'm excited to see what she does with the role.

Jeremy Allen White

Jeremy Allen White is probably best none right now for playing the lead in The Bear, which you can watch with a Hulu subscription. Of course, that's hardly all White has been busy with lately. He crushed it earlier in 2025 as Bruce Springsteen in Delivery Me From Nowhere, about The Boss recording his seminal album Nebraska.

White will be playing Jeff Horwitz, the Wall Street Journal reporter who wrote the first story about The Facebook Files and broke the news that led to Frances Haugen's testimony in front of Congress.

He's going to keep busy in 2026, both in this movie and in The Mandalorian and Grogu. Oh, and yeah, there will be another season of The Bear in 2026, too.

The Rest Of The Cast

Comedian, podcaster, and star of The Mandalorian, Bill Burr, has also been named to the cast in an undisclosed role, as have a number of other actors:

• Wunmi Mosaku
• Billy Magnussen
• Betty Gilpin
• Gbenga Akinnagbe
• Anna Lambe
• Aidan Laprete
• Kelley Pereira
• Nelson Franklin
• Portia Doubleday
• Patrick Fischler
• Joey Brooks
• Sierra Capri
• Tehmina Sunny

We don't yet know the names of the characters those actors will be playing.

What Is The Social Reckoning Going To Be About?

While plot details are sparse, we do know that The Social Reckoning is based on The Facebook Files from The Wall Street Journal, which was an “explosive series of articles” that exposed Facebook's controversies, including data leaks, corruption, and more.

Deadline reported in June that the impact of the January 6th Capitol Riots in 2021 played a large role in Aaron Sorkin's inspiration for this sequel, and how Facebook might have played a part in inciting those events, as well as how the site has harmed the mental health of teenagers, inspired violence, and much more.

The film will examine the impact of social media on our society as a whole over the last fifteen years or so, as well as the scrutiny Facebook has faced due to troubling accusations and reports. It sounds about right, given how much social media has evolved since the first film was released.

Aaron Sorkin Will Direct And Write

One major change from the first film is that David Fincher will not be directing this one. Instead, the reins have passed to Aaron Sorkin, who wrote the screenplay for the first film and has since become a top director in Hollywood.

Sorkin has also written The Social Reckoning, which he adapted from the book The Accidental Billionaires by Ben Mezrich. The screenplay won an Oscar in 2013. Sorkin, of course, has a fantastic screenwriting resume, including Moneyball, Steve Jobs, A Few Good Men, and, of course, the first four seasons of The West Wing.

Sorkin has proven himself to be a great director. He has helmed three critically-acclaimed films: The Trial of the Chicago 7, Being the Ricardos, and Molly’s Game. He has a fantastic track record, so there is no reason not to trust this one in his capable hands.

We will continue to update this story as more information becomes available!

Spoilers ahead for The Bear Season 4.

Every streaming service has a few acclaimed megahits, and for those with a Hulu subscription The Bear is definitely on that list. The FX original series is an Emmy-winning success, and recently released the entirety of Season 4 on the streamer. Once again I was a big puddle of tears watching the latest set of episodes, but this time I was crying for joy instead of sadness. Let's break it all down.

Like so many others, I binge-watched The Bear Season 4 as quickly as I could. I expected to be emotionally moved again, but the remarkable way was how the series pivoted. Rather than being anxiety-inducing as I watched beautifully flawed characters come to blows, it felt like the fourth season was one about joy and forgiveness. And as such, seasons-long dramas reached resolutions that truly sparked joy.

The Season 4 finale of The Bear subverted my expectations masterfully, as did a number of other episodes. When Carmy decides to leave the industry, I thought it was going to be a full-on blowout with Richie. And while their conversation started that way, they reached a new understanding about each other... including the big revelation about Jeremy Allen White's character showing up to Mikey's funeral. This reunion was wildly moving, as was Carmy ensuring that his "cousin" was a partner in the titular restaurant.

Everyone from The Bear's cast brings their A-game, especially the stellar ensemble of guest actors. But Jamie Lee Curtis is on another level entirely as flawed Berzatto matriarch Donna. While she's only appeared a handful of times in the four seasons, Curtis created a fully formed, fascinating, and tragic figure. While we saw her most manic side in the iconic episode "Fishes", things have evolved. After feeling too guilty to attend The Bear's opening, she was able to reconnect with Sugar when helping her give birth last season. And in Season 4 her quest for penance, and JLC's truly heartbreaking performance, soars to new heights.

This season Donna was emotionally present, contrite, and begging for a relationship with her son. Carmy and Donna's reunion offers catharsis not only for longtime fans, but especially for those with an intimate understanding of addiction and mental health issues. Donna worked hard on herself and her sobriety, and finally gave Carmen the acknowledgement he so desperately needed. Cue the happy tears.

In almost every instance this season, The Bear weaved when I thought it would dip. Sydney decided not to leave, the restaurant seemed to find its footing, and the various relationships of the show were strengthened. I mean, the Berzattos were even able to survive a wedding without killing each other!

The Bear is streaming in its entirety on Hulu, with Season 4 part of the 2025 TV schedule. Unfortunately, we're left to wait until next season to see if the restaurant manages to survive without its safety net.

Spoilers for Season 4 of The Bear are ahead! If you are not caught up, you can stream the series with a Hulu subscription.

Before the new season of The Bear premiered on the 2025 TV schedule, I was thinking a lot about the episode “Ice Chips.” In that memorable Season 3 installment, we saw Abby Elliott’s Sugar and her mom, Donna (Jamie Lee Curtis), reconcile, and they began to repair their relationship. So, going into Season 4, I wanted the same thing for Carmy. Now, after watching that happen on screen, I’m reflecting back on Elliott’s dream for the Berzattos.

Now, before I watched all of The Bear’s fourth season, I had the chance to interview Abby Elliott. We talked a lot about her big episode from last season, the aforementioned “Ice Chips,” and how it changed Sugar’s life and relationship with her mom. I also asked if she could ever see that kind of healing in the cards for Carmy and their mother. In response, The Bear cast member said:

I couldn’t agree with her more, I want Sugar, Donna and Carmy to find stability too! They all deserve it, and they all clearly care so much for each other. So, I’m with Elliott, I want them to work through their struggles together and come out the other end as a stronger and healthier family.

However, that’s tough. It’s a blunt fact that the relationship between the Berzattos is tense, loud and passionate. While they love big, they also are terrible communicators, and because of that, they can have a hard time expressing their feelings in a healthy way. However, they’re all working really hard to be better.

That’s ultimately what led to Carmy and Donna’s reconciliation this season. In Episode 9, Jeremy Allen White’s character finally had a full and healthy conversation with his mother after they ran into each other at the wedding in Episode 7.

It was beautiful too. Jeremy Allen White’s character cooked for his mom, she read her apology to him, and it felt like they took a massive leap in their healing journey. Now, with Season 5 of The Bear on the way, hopefully we can see Carmy, Donna and Sugar together as a stable and happy family.

However, after Carmy chose to leave the restaurant in the Season 4 finale, I can’t help but wonder if that will put a new strain on his relationships. While he plans to stick around until the restaurant is stable, I can’t help but wonder how everyone will feel about this choice long-term. Will there be resentment? Will they all accept it? Will they help the chef find his purpose and spark again?

The answer is unclear. However, no matter what happens, I hope the Berzattos are able to find “stability” and support each other through whatever life throws their way.

Candid paparazzi photos can really have an impact on a star’s persona. Long before Ben Affleck's Dunkin' track suit and longstanding deal with the national chain, he was notorious for being spotted totting a cup from the iconic coffee brand on different occasions. Affleck and Dunkin' are now a match made in pop culture heaven, to put it simply. Now, however, I’m also loving Jeremy Allen White’s blossoming (pun intended) habit of carrying around bundles of flowers when he's in public.

I'm not sure anyone could predict that the star of the upcoming film, Deliver Me From Nowhere, would gain attention for wielding wildly large bouquets of fresh-cut flowers while out and about. Here we are, though, as the 34-year-old actor has been spotted carrying oversized arrangements more than a few times. Check out one photograph as an example:

As you can see, that bouquet -- similar to the others Jeremy Allen White has had as of late -- isn't like the typical Trader Joe’s or boutique buds. After the first or second time White was spotted with the now semi-regular street accessory, it sparked questions across social media.

The topic was brought up when the Shameless alum appeared on a recent episode of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. White was on the talk show to promote his fan-favorite dramedy series, The Bear -- a prime title on the 2025 TV guide that's available to stream with a Hulu subscription. During the chat, White opened up about the viral photos and shared just how he procures the gigantic stems:

So what we have here is an A-lister who simply appreciates having fine flowers in his abode. I can understand the allure of having fresh-smelling blooms in one's home, if that habit can be afforded, of course. Now, what I'm wondering is whether there's a way for White to capitalize on this from a business perspective. I'm not sure if he could bank a deal like his multi-year partnership with Calvin Klein, but the has to be some way to build on this, right?

What I can say is that Ben Affleck has surely made the most of his connection to Dunkin'. At this point, he's participated in more than a few commercials, with one being a very popular Super Bowl ad involving former wife Jennifer Lopez. Considering all of that, it's really not a surprise whenever the DunKings promoter appears with coffee and donuts, but it's still delightful:

For me, Affleck and Dunkin' are as synonymous as peanut butter and jelly or bacon and eggs. The love for Dunkin’ runs deep within the Affleck clan, as Ben loved the brand long before he and his brother, Casey, hit it big in Hollywood.

That same kind of adoration seems to ring true when it comes to Jeremy Allen White and his favorite farmer’s market purchase. I really hope someone manages to find a way to form a business endeavor from this. Regardless of what happens on that front though, I hope to see more candid snapshots of White holding flowers as well as additional pictures of Ben Affleck with his Dunkin' fix.

Of course, Jeremy Allen White also deserves his flowers for his Emmy-winning work on The Bear. Check out all four seasons now on Hulu!

Spoilers for The Bear’s Season 4 finale are ahead! You can stream the show in its entirety with a Hulu subscription.

The second I finished binge-watching Season 4 of The Bear after it dropped on the 2025 TV schedule, I was left with a lot to think about. The clock ran out of time, and it’s unclear how the restaurant will stay open. However, the biggest bombshell to me came when Jeremy Allen White’s Carmy told Ayo Edebiri’s Sydney that he’d taken his name off the partnership agreement and planned to leave.

Now, on the one hand, it’s clear Carmy needs to find his spark, and maybe the best way to do that is to put restaurants behind him. However, he also has a tendency to run away when he probably shouldn't. And after seeing him debate this all with Sydney in the finale, I haven’t been able to stop thinking about what the right choice is.

On The One Hand, Carmy Needs To Deal With His Baggage And Find His Spark

While watching Season 4 of The Bear, I kept thinking about Carmy’s declaration to Mikey in the opening flashback regarding his dream of making a peaceful and joyful restaurant. Clearly, he hasn't done that, and this season, while on a quest to heal, he started to question if his work was worth it.

Seeing him find some semblance of a spark again outside the restaurant as he cooked for his mom and rekindled his relationship with Claire brought me immense joy. It also showed that Carmy was moving toward grappling with his demons and healing.

So, when he took his name off the agreement, I got where he was coming from. He wanted to take himself out to find himself, and he was aware of the trouble he’d inflicted on The Bear. He was attempting to remove the “hurdles” for everyone he loves, as well as himself.

However, He Also Can’t Run Away From His Problems

Now, after learning Sydney’s true feelings about her future in Episode 4 of The Bear’s fourth season, and seeing her go back and forth about leaving or staying, I get why she was distraught by Carmy’s choice. He’s the reason they’re all in this beautiful mess; the restaurant was his idea. Losing him would mean losing a key player in this business as well as a member of their family.

Sydney also sees this as another example of him self-sabotaging and sprinting away from his problems, as she yelled through tears:

Jeremy Allen White’s character has a track record of running away from things, and that’s not the right answer. Therefore, maybe he should stick around The Bear and find a way to love this all again.

For days now, I’ve been going back and forth about who is right here. On the one hand, Carmy has a point; if he’s lost his passion, he should go find it. He's got baggage he needs to work through, and taking a moment to reflect and heal could be great for him and everyone in his life. However, on the other hand, he’s the man behind The Bear, and most importantly, his family works there. If he leaves, he’d be running away...again.

Now, when the season ended, it was decided that the agreement would have Sydney, Richie and Nat’s names on it, and Carmy would stay until the restaurant was on solid ground. So, if the show gets a Season 5, I’d imagine Jeremy Allen White would still be in The Bear cast, and there’d be more discussion about whether Carmy should continue cooking or not.

I know I need them to keep this conversation going, because I don’t think there’s one perfect answer. This is a complex mess, and I see everyone’s points. So, hopefully, the debate can continue…

There are a lot of classic novels that are becoming upcoming book-to-screen adaptations lately, from Wuthering Heights to the Narnia books, and now we’ve just learned that one of Jane Austen’s classics is getting a remake. Normal People and Twisters actress Daisy Edgar-Jones is set to star in the new movie, and I have an idea for which internet boyfriend she should work with on this romance.

Daisy Edgar-Jones Is Set To Star In A Jane Austen Adaptation

The Jane Austen novel being adapted with Daisy Edgar-Jones is Sense & Sensibility, and she'll be playing Elinor Dashwood! Focus Features, which famously made the Keira Knightley-led Pride & Prejudice we’ve been revisiting lately for the 20-year anniversary, is behind the film. Up-and-coming director Georgia Oakley, who made the 2022 LGBTQ+ drama Blue Jean, is helming the movie from a script by author Diana Reid, per The Hollywood Reporter.

Sense & Sensibility has been adapted before, most famously with Emma Thompson playing Elinor, Kate Winslet as her sister Marianne, Hugh Grant as Elinor’s love interest Edward Ferrars, and the late Alan Rickman as Marianne’s love interest Colonel Brandon. The movie was helmed by Ang Lee from a script by Thompson. The novel was also turned into a British TV series, where Dan Stevens played Edward.

The novel is Jane Austen’s first, but it was originally published anonymously in 1811. The story is about the three Dashwood sisters and their widowed mother as they are forced to leave behind their family estate in Sussex for a cottage property belonging to a distant relative. The title refers to the eldest sisters, Elinor has “sense,” meaning she’s calm and careful, while Marianne has “sensibility”, meaning she follows her emotions and passions more than anything else.

So, now that this adaptation is in place, and we know Daisy Edgar-Jones will be leading it, the question becomes: Who will play her love interest? Well, I have an idea.

My Pick For Her Next Internet Boyfriend Co-Star Is Jeremy Allen White

For the time being, we don’t know who Daisy Edgar-Jones’ co-stars will be, but the actress has a tendency to work with the hottest actors at the moment. Once she said herself that she’s “worked with basically all of the internet’s boyfriends” between adapting Normal People with Paul Mescal, being in Twisters with Glen Powell, starring in Fresh with Sebastian Stan, being in Under the Banner of Heaven with Andrew Garfield and acting alongside Jacob Elordi in On Swift Horses. And next, she’s even set to work with Robert Pattinson and Denzel Washington for Here Comes The Flood.

When thinking about the character of Edward Ferrars, who is described as a shy gentleman with a kind and honorable spirit, and is also a bit of a klutz, one actor came to mind for me. The Bear’s Jeremy Allen White definitely can give off the quiet energy needed for this role, and I would love to see him take on a period piece after his work thus far.

He’s definitely not not handsome like the book suggests, but the actors are apparently the same height of 5 '7 with Edgar-Jones being above average, so it might be kind of fun for the movie to play around with women’s ideals of wanting a man that is taller than her as his version of unconventionally attractive.

Overall, I think he'd fit the role perfectly, he'd add to the actress's growing list of swoon-worthy co-stars, and it'd be a great way for him to show off his range as a performer.

I can just imagine these two actors could really bring to life the sweet romance of Elinor and Edward, but we’ll keep you updated as the movie continues to form its cast.

Movie fans received some insight into the power of Bruce Springsteen’s music via the comedy-drama Blinded By the Light. Now, Springsteen’s actual formative years and the making of his album, Nebraska, will take center stage in the biopic Deliver Me From Nowhere. The American singer-songwriter was actually on set for a solid portion of time while the film’s lead, Jeremy Allen White, was in front of the cameras. However, Springsteen also revealed why there were some days he needed to “just stay at home.”

Bruce Springsteen has long been an advocate for Deliver Me From Nowhere. In the early stages of the upcoming biopic's development, Springsteen weighed in on the film, calling the script “really good.” During The Boss’ interview with Rolling Stone, Springsteen talked about the film’s lead, Jeremy Allen White, being “very, very tolerant” of him while he visited the set. Despite having a “fun” and “enjoyable” time with White, the “Thunder Road” singer revealed the specific days that he would avoid being on set:

I can respect the “Born to Run” singer for staying home on some days. Even though Deliver Me From Nowhere is about Bruce Springsteen, it appears to give the cast and crew of the 2025 movie release the space to bring the story to life, especially when it came to the biggest moments of his life. I could imagine that it might've been daunting for White and his co-stars had Springsteen been present when filming those "deeply personal" moments from his life.

It only took one photo of Jeremy Allen White as Bruce Springsteen for fans to sense he was the right man for the job. Based on the trailer for the upcoming biopic, the Emmy winner -- while wearing brown contacts -- holds that guitar like a pro and shows off some serious singing chops.

The intense work Jeremy Allen White went through to nail Springsteen’s speaking and singing voice involved a lot of YouTube footage research, “a really talented group of people” to help with vocal training, and the “Born in the U.S.A.” singer himself. It may have been invaluable for White to have the singer/songwriter working in tandem with him and being in his corner throughout production. Bruce Springsteen was certainly impressed with White’s performance and believes audiences will connect deeply with the actor's portrayal of him.

Hopefully, Springsteen's decision to remain on off set on certain days had a positive impact on Jeremy Allen White and his colleagues. Fans will finally be able to see the fruits of their labor when Deliver Me From Nowhere opens in theaters on October 24th.

Jeremy Allen White is, without question, one of the hottest actors in Hollywood right now. From headlining a Bruce Springsteen biopic to joining the Star Wars franchise, he's finding quite a bit of success. Amid all of that, though, he remains particularly recognizable for his role on FX's The Bear. It's hard to imagine he could appear in public somewhere like Chicago (which is where the show takes place and is filmed) without getting swarmed by fans. As a viral video shows, though, he knows how to artfully dodge fan encounters.

It's definitely not uncommon for fans to come across actors out in the wild, and said stars handle those interactions in a myriad of ways. When it comes to Jeremy Allen White, he previously discussed the frustration of being trailed by paparazzi and fans, but it appears he has developed a way to handle it. Check out this video and how he responded to someone in a restaurant who might've suspected they just crossed paths with an A-list actor:

That may be the best acting I've seen since I last used my Hulu subscription to watch Jeremy Allen White do his thing. Ideally, this may be the best-case scenario for the actor, as he acknowledged the statement made by the restaurant patron and was able to make a quick exit before the conversation proceeded any further.

Some people may be tempted to call White out for gaslighting the person, assuming he was just someone who looked like the celebrity, rather than being the actual celebrity. At the same time, though, imagine being someone who can't just do something like enjoy a normal meal out on the town without feeling obligated to be kind and take photos with strangers you don't even know. For me, that would be frustrating to deal with constantly, and I don't think we as non-celebrities appreciate it enough when stars do go out of their way to remain kind to people who approach them in public.

There's a firm chance Jeremy Allen White isn't the first celebrity to employ this tactic. I think one of the biggest advantages actors have when they appear in public is that most people aren't expecting to run into them during their day-to-day lives. I'm not sure if the person talking to White actually knew who he was or not, or he couldn't be sure and asked a leading question to confirm. In any case, White took the question and ran with it and, even if the guy knew it was the Bear actor, it's clear that the star himself wasn't trying to stick around.

As the new season of The Bear nears, White is keeping busy. His Bruce Springsteen biopic is set for the schedule of upcoming 2025 movies and, as for his role in The Mandalorian and Grogu, that movie is set to hit theaters in 2026. Jeremy Allen White's star is certainly rising, which is arguably why he receives so much attention. And, should he continue to get stopped in public, I'd like to think he'll use that little trick whenever he can.

The Bear Season 4 is set to drop on Hulu on Wednesday, June 25th. I still need to catch up on this series, and am hoping that with network TV shows slowing down over the summer, I'll get a chance to and see what all the hype is about.

In addition to the all officially announced upcoming DC movies and upcoming DC TV shows that will exist within the DC Universe franchise, there are a handful of projects for this franchise that have been reported on by reputable sources, but not yet confirmed. One of those is Sgt. Rock, which was supposed to star Daniel Craig and re-team him with Queer director Luca Guadagnino. But as of today, Craig is no longer attached to Sgt. Rock, though there’s already an award-winning actor that DC Studios may end up snagging to take his place.

That actor is reportedly Jeremy Allen White, the Emmy and Golden Globe-winning star of The Bear, which can be streamed with a Hulu subscription. THR has heard White, who’s also well known from Shameless and The Iron Claw, is among the names “making the rounds” as Craig’s replacement. So this is far from a done deal, assuming the information is accurate, but regardless, DC Studios will need to find someone soon, as production on Sgt. Rock is reportedly beginning in the United Kingdom this summer.

Should Jeremy Allen White board Sgt. Rock, this would make yet another high-profile movie for him to star in. Next up on the cinematic front, he’ll play Bruce Springsteen in Deliver Me from Nowhere, which is expected to come out sometime on the 2025 movies schedule. Then come 2026, he’ll appear in The Mandalorian & Grogu, reportedly as Rotta, Jabba the Hutt’s son. Lining up a DC movie after a major biopic and the next of the upcoming Star Wars movies keeps an impressive streak going, assuming it works out.

As for why Daniel Craig won’t appear in Sgt. Rock anymore, THR said there are conflicting reports about the reason. Some of the outlet’s sources stated there were scheduling issues with that of his wife’s, fellow actor Rachel Weisz, while others claimed that Craig “soured on the role” after Queer underwhelmed at the box office and failed to get much attention during the awards season. Whatever the case, we’ll now have to keep waiting for his comic book movie debut.

Although the DC Universe only just got started a few months ago with the release of the Max subscription-exclusive animated series Creature Commandos, we’ve already spent some time with the DCU’s Sgt. Rock. He was voiced in that series by Maury Sterling and led the US Army Infantry unit known as Easy Company in World War II, which included Sean Gunn’s G.I. Robot. Despite DC Studios heads James Gunn and Peter Safran having said that actors who voice roles in DCU projects will also play them in live action, this doesn’t appear to be the case with Sgt. Rock given all the effort being poured into finding a lead actor.

Once word comes in on who will be tapped to play Sgt. Rock in Daniel Craig’s place, we’ll let you know. For now, the DCU will pick back up with the release of Superman in theaters on July 11, 2025, followed by Peacemaker Season 2 debuting sometime in August on the 2025 TV schedule.

While it’s still unclear where the Bruce Springsteen biopic Deliver Me From Nowhere is going to be slated onto the 2025 movie schedule, we do know that the picture is currently in production. Part of that knowledge comes from the fact that The Boss himself has seen star Jeremy Allen White in action, playing in an earlier era of his rise to musical stardom. The legendary son of the Garden State has some pretty exciting feedback to share after seeing this performance in its raw, on-set form.

Speaking with Sirius XM’s E-Street Radio host Jim Rotolo, Bruce Springsteen called in and discussed his recent experience on the set of his own biopic. Asked if it was strange to see The Bear star portraying him during the recording of 1982’s album Nebraska, Springsteen shared these thoughts:

This isn’t the first time that The Boss has weighted in on Deliver Me From Nowhere’s production, as Bruce Springsteen previously shared details on how he was being shown various scripts. Also admitting to being in contact with writer/director Scott Cooper, the acclaimed musician behind hits like “Hungry Heart,” “Born to Run,” and “Streets of Philadelphia” shared that while he didn’t have much input in what was going on, he was excited to see the results.

Further enhancing what we know about Deliver Me From Nowhere, Bruce Springsteen also admitted to his feelings on Jeremy Allen White’s musically performing on set. A subject that’s probably even more intimidating after Timothee Chalamet’s A Complete Unknown acclaimed singing, this is clearly another test that our Shameless vet has passed with flying colors. At least that’s what Springsteen’s further remarks below would suggest:

To see that excitement still very much powering the subject of this very biopic’s interests feels pretty close to a personal endorsement of the project itself. Though that sort of lofty goal will have to be sought after once Scott Cooper finally has a cut of the film to show off to Bruce Springsteen. While the rock legend has visited the set four times since production started, there’s no telling how different the experiences he’s witnessed will be in the final edit.

As for when we’ll see that happen, we’re still quite unsure. Deliver Me From Nowhere is currently an unknown quantity on the 2025 cinematic landscape, though one could assume the upcoming music biopic is being primed for an awards season run later in the year. Meanwhile, you can catch all three seasons of Jeremy Allen White’s work on The Bear, through access to a Hulu subscription.

Although there are many upcoming Star Wars movies in various stages of development, only one of them has a release date locked down. The Mandalorian & Grogu is due out in May 2026, with filming having concluded just days ago. Word has now come in that The Bear star Jeremy Allen White is reportedly joining the cast of The Mandalorian spinoff movie, but I’m honestly shocked to learn about the character he’s allegedly playing in the first cinematic follow-up to The Rise of Skywalker.

Originally reported on The InSneider and confirmed by outlets like Deadline, it’s being said that White will voice Rotta the Hutt, the son of Jabba the Hutt. Rotta was previously shown in the Star Wars: The Clone Wars movie and in an episode of the follow-up The Clone Wars TV series, where he was vocalized by David Acord. Assuming White’s casting is legit, he’s the second new actor to board The Mandalorian & Grogu, Sigourney Weaver being the first, although we don’t know who she’s playing.

On the one hand, hearing Jeremy Allen White will be joining the Star Wars franchise is great to hear, especially considering this news comes just hours after he was nominated for another Golden Globe for his performance as Carmy Berzatto in The Bear, which can be streamed with a Hulu subscription. On the other hand… what? Bringing White aboard The Mandalorian & Grogu to voice a Hutt? That just sounds bizarre to me, as one of those slug-like creatures is not what would have immediately come to mind when thinking about a role White could play in a galaxy far, far away.

I would have thought White would be cast in a role that would see him physically performing on camera, whether as a human or a different type of alien. Still, other actors of his ilk have voiced Star Wars roles across movies and television, including Lupita Nyong’o, Elijah Wood, David Tennant, Matt Berry, Bryce Dallas Howard and Lucy Liu, to name a few. Deadline’s article also noted this White will portray Rotta for a “notably sized role,” not just a cameo.

No plot details for The Mandalorian & Grogu have been revealed yet, but Pedro Pascal will be reprising Din Djarin, and the Star Wars Rebels character Zen Orrelios is also expected to appear. At this point in the Star Wars timeline, Rotta the Hutt is somewhere in his early-to-mid 30s, and it’s been a little more than half a decade since his father was killed by Princess Leia Organa on Tatooine. Whether or not Rotta followed in Jabba’s criminal footsteps remains to be seen, but something tells me we’ll hear White’s version of the character speaking Basic, i.e. English, rather than Huttese. 

The Mandalorian & Grogu opens in theaters on May 22, 2026. While we wait for more news on what it holds in store for fans, use your Disney+ subscription to view all the Star Wars movies in order, as well as The Mandalorian and the franchise’s other TV shows.

Musical biopics are a tried and true genre the film world, capable of making tons of of money as well as getting Awards Season attention. One highly anticipated upcoming musical biopic is definitely Deliver Me From Nowhere, which will tell the life story of beloved rock icon Bruce Springsteen.

What we know about Deliver Me From Nowhere is limited, but the fact that Emmy-winning actor Jeremy Allen White is the star is definitely helping to buoy excitement. And for those curious about how The Boss will look in the movie, we've finally gotten our first look. Check it out below:

How cool is that? The Shameless alum really does resemble a young Springsteen, which makes for great casting. Although considering White's status as a sex symbol, things might be too steamy for a "Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out."

This image came with the news that filming had officially begun for "Deliver Me From Nowhere." Directed by Scott Cooper, the movie will focus on the making of Springsteen's 1982 album "Nebraska." Along with the image, Cooper offered a quote about the project, which reads:

While Jeremy Allen White has become synonymous with his role in The Bear (which is streaming with a Hulu subscription), he's been taking on a number of unique movie roles, particularly in biopics. Prior to his role as Bruce Springsteen, he starred opposite Zac Efron in The Iron Claw, playing pro wrestlers and brothers The Von Erichs.

For his part, Bruce Springsteen responded to Jeremy Allen White's casting, and seems to think he's a good actor for the role. And the 33 year-old actor is definitely putting in the work, with White previously sharing how hard he worked at finding Springsteen's voice. And considering just how many fans the Boss has, that detail is necessary.

Deliver Me From Nowhere doesn't currently have a release date, but fans are expecting it in 2026. For now, check the 2025 movie release dates to plan your trips to the movies in the New Year.

As we reach the end of the 2024 movie schedule, some may be wondering what lies beyond it. That’s understandable, as there’s plenty to look forward to, including a biopic about one of the greatest musicians of all time – Bruce Springsteen. The Boss is set to take center stage in Deliver Me from Nowhere, which will see Jeremy Allen White play the famed rock star. Development on the feature film is ongoing at this point and, amid all of that, Springsteen himself shared what he knows of the project and weighed in with some honest thoughts.

The 75-year-old singer/songwriter recently took part in a conversation with fellow entertainer Zach Bryan, which was held by Rolling Stone. During the chat, an excited Bryan mentioned the upcoming biopic, which is written and directed by Scott Cooper. Bryan specifically asked the “Dancing in the Dark” performer about just how much involvement he has with the forthcoming film. Those who may have been expecting the veteran guitarist to have a major hand in the work might want to pump the brakes, based on the comments he shared:

To be honest, it’s not all that surprising that Bruce Springsteen isn’t that heavily involved in production. Quite a few biographical movies don’t enlist the services of the people being portrayed and, in some cases, the creative teams don’t have that luxury due to subjects being uninterested, deceased or unavailable for other reasons. There are situations, however, in which the people being depicted are heavily involved, as Queen and former N.W.A. members were involved with Bohemian Rhapsody and Straight Outta Compton, respectively.

Deliver Me from Nowhere chronicles a specific period of time in Mr. Springsteen’s life. The film tracks the musician during the early ‘80s, at which point he recorded his sixth album, Nebraska. The album received considerable acclaim when it was released in 1982, but its conception coincided with a rough time in Springsteen’s professional and personal lives. Because he’s not completely in the know, the rocker can’t say too much about the flick, though he still had some kind words to share about it during the RS discussion:

Scott Cooper’s resume – which includes Crazy Heart and Black Mass – is reason alone to be hopeful about the quality of the film. There’s also the fact that Jeremy Allen White has truly been committing to his work on the film, as he recently spoke about doing intense vocal training to nail Bruce Springsteen’s voice. Like the “Born to Run” singer himself, I’m confident that the film will be worth the wait and hope it serves as a fitting tribute to one of music history’s greatest contributors.

20th Century Studios has yet to announce an official release date for Deliver Me from Nowhere. Be sure to keep an eye on the 2025 movie schedule, though, in case it crops up there.

Fans of FX’s The Bear have long wondered if the characters of Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto and Sydney Adamu might become romantically involved at some point. But, now, there’s considerable focus on the real-life relationship between two cast members. Jeremy Allen White, who portrays Carmy, was recently spotted kissing Molly Gordon – who portrays his character’s co-star, Claire. Neither actor has confirmed any sort of romantic relationship, as of this writing. In the meantime, an insider is dropping claims about the pair’s on-set dynamic.

The two actors were spotted locking lips in Los Angeles this past Wednesday. From the outside looking in, this development may be somewhat surprising. However, a source recently spoke to People, saying that they’ve had some solid chemistry for a little while now. And the unnamed individual wasn’t just referring to their work in front of the camera:

Molly Gordon’s Claire Dunlap was introduced during the second season of The Bear as a childhood friend of Carmy’s. The two had long harbored crushes on each other and eventually became a couple during the aforementioned season. That blossoming romance came to a screeching halt in the finale, however, after Claire heard Carmy ranting about their relationship being a waste of time. Throughout Season 3, Carmy and Claire didn’t actually cross paths but their seemingly dissolved romance remained a significant plot thread.

At this point, we can’t speak to the true nature of 33-year-old Jeremy Allen White and 28-year-old Molly Gordon’s relationship. What I can say, though, as a fan of their show, is that they possessed great on-screen chemistry. More recently, it’s said that White “really seems into Molly” right now, which is a sentiment that comes months after the actor was romantically linked to singer Rosalía.

The former Shameless cast member – who also shares two kids with ex-wife Addison Timlin – has reportedly opened up his L.A. abode to Molly Gordon, who lives in New York. As for how those visits apparently play out, the insider had this to say:

While the rumor mill churns on that front, speculation continues to surround The Bear Season 4, which appears set to debut as part of the 2025 TV schedule. A major plot point that fans have unsurprisingly been curious about is the aforementioned will they/won’t they dynamic between Carmy and Claire. In some spaces, there’s also still discussion about Carmy and Sydney hooking up. We’ll have to wait and see how the plot threads unfold as well as whether life ultimately imitates art when it comes to Jeremy Allen White and Molly Gordon.

You can see the two actors as well as the rest of The Bear’s cast by streaming the first three seasons of the show with a Hulu subscription. The 2024 TV schedule can also serve as a guide to those looking for other quality shows to take in during the hit dramedy’s hiatus.

Jeremy Allen White has gained increased popularity in recent years for leading The Bear's cast, and for good reason. But, now, the actor is about to star in his highest-profile movie role yet -- a film in which he'll play Bruce Springsteen. Since White was cast to play the rockstar earlier this year, he has started the prep process. He's now shed some light on what that entails, and it sounds like he’s doing a lot of homework to nail Springsteen's speaking and singing voices.

The actor is no stranger to pressure-associated roles, given the intensity associated with Chef Carmy from The Bear or pro wrestler Kerry Von Erich of last year’s The Iron Claw. It’s safe to say Jeremy Allen White is pulling all the stops to do justice to the “Born In The U.S.A.” singer in the biopic, Deliver Me from Nowhere, given his recent comments on the role. Here’s what he said about the research he's done while preparing for the role:

So, while speaking to GQ, Jeremy Allen White revealed that he has a whole team of people who are going to help transform him into the American rocker, who rose to prominence in the early '70s. The actor has been going down YouTube rabbit holes to take in classic footage of Bruce Springsteen. That includes the Grammy winner's performances and interviews from over the years. It's cool to hear White's going all in to nail the artist’s speaking voice and singing voice. Oh, and he has the access and support of the man himself as well!

Rather than covering Bruce Springsteen's entire life, Scott Cooper's Deliver Me From Nowhere covers the time at which the musician was making his sixth studio album, Nebraska, which hit shelves in 1982. While the album is considered one of his best, it was also made at a particularly rough time for Springsteen both on professional and personal levels.

Nebraska came out between two of the artist’s other most influential albums, The River and Born in the U.S.A. What caused that middle album to stand apart from the others was the stripped-down and downbeat nature of the songs. "The Boss" himself has even called the album a “happy accident.”

As for his upcoming biopic, it's being written and directed by Scott Cooper, who previously helmed Crazy Heart, Black Mass and The Pale Blue Eye. It's based on Warren Zanes’ book Deliver Me From Nowhere: The Making of Bruce Springsteen’s Nebraska and will surely employ some of the singer’s own memories. In addition to Jeremy Allen White, Succesion’s Jeremy Strong may be joining the cast as Springsteen’s longtime manager, Jon Landau.

It’s exciting to hear Jeremy Allen White is getting ready to play Bruce Springsteen, in between The Bear Season 4 and breaking the internet with his Calvin Klein ad, of course! White certainly has the acting chops for the role, but the fact that he's apparently putting in so much preparation is still encouraging. I'm eager to see how he performs in Deliver Me from Nowhere -- one of many upcoming music biopics.

It’s been eight long months since Jeremy Allen White first set the Internet ablaze with his Calvin Klein underwear ad. In that time we’ve seen The Bear’s third season end on a gorgeous, if somewhat disappointing, note, and as we wait for our next dose of Carmy, it looks like we might be getting the vibe of another of White’s upcoming projects. In his latest partnership with Calvin Klein, the actor is giving strong Bruce Springsteen vibes in posts featuring dogs, a denim vest and a pool that are bound to break the Internet again.

Jeremy Allen White may not have to keep up the athletic physique that he acquired to play pro wrestler Kerry Von Erich in The Iron Claw, but he was still looking as good as ever in new Calvin Klein underwear photos posted to Instagram. See for yourself:

You know it’s a good ad when you’re actually too distracted by the model to notice there are dogs in the pic too. That video of Jeremy Allen White letting water drip down his chest all the way to his CKs is simply luscious. Fans seemed to agree commenting:

• CALVIN I thought we talked about this - I can’t possibly take anymore this is a tease!! – christeenaxo
• I am unwell in the best way – marlenbruuu
• Give this gentleman an extended contract please. We need to grow with him through these CK campaigns. -Sincerely Management – csaiz1004
• g👀d mornin – jordanography.

The actor appeared to also be nodding at his upcoming project, as Jeremy Allen White is set to star as Bruce Springsteen in Deliver Me From Nowhere. Yeah, I’m definitely feeling the big “Boss” energy from these photos:

Fans were feeling that “rock energy,” as they hit the comments here, too, with plenty of fire emojis and “Yes, chef”s.

The Shameless veteran found the whole Calvin Klein experience “bizarre” the first time around — as did his co-star from the Showtime dramedy, with William H. Macy giving his own funny take — and one has to wonder if White has gotten more comfortable with the attention he receives from these such campaigns since then.

He certainly can lean into it, smoldering in that denim jacket and black jeans. Yes, as fans of The Bear have come to know, Jeremy Allen White is a thirst trap even when he’s fully dressed. This was proven again when Disney+ paired him with Tom Hiddleston and Logan Lerman to excite multiple fanbases at once in their dapper suits.

The actor’s star only continues to rise, as Jeremy Allen White and the rest of The Bear cast and crew are favorites to sweep the Primetime Emmy Awards next month. We’re also keeping an eye on all things The Bear Season 4, which won’t make the 2024 TV schedule, but stay tuned for 2025.

The Law & Order franchise goes back all the way to 1990 when the very first show premiered on NBC, and has gone on to span six series with well over a thousand episodes between them. As such, a surprising number of actors who would become franchise icons and/or go on to become major stars actually appeared in the shows as more than one character. Read on for the biggest and most notable who weren't held back by just playing one person!

Kelli Giddish

Kelli Giddish is best known for playing Law & Order: SVU's Detective Amanda Rollins as a series regular from 2011 - 2023, and she even took the character over to Law & Order and Law & Order: Organized Crime for crossovers. Her first role in the franchise was as Kara Bawson in a Season 8 episode of SVU in early 2007, however, followed by playing Dana Stipe in a Season 7 episode of Law & Order: Criminal Intent in late 2007.

Peter Scanavino

While Peter Scanavino has been playing Detective-turned-ADA Carisi on Law & Order: SVU since Season 16 in 2014, he got his start in the franchise as Robert Hassel in the first season of Trial by Jury in 2005, followed by playing Johnny Feist later that year on Criminal Intent. In 2013, he made his pre-Carisi SVU debut as Johnny Dubcek.

Camryn Manheim

Camryn Manheim's series regular gig in the franchise started with the Law & Order revival in 2022, and she spent three seasons as Lieutenant Kate Dixon. The lieutenant was Manheim's fourth character in Law & Order, however, as she appeared as Leila in Season 1 in 1991, Martha Rollins in Season 3 in 1993, and Beatrice Hines in Season 4 in 1994.

Diane Neal

Diane Neal joined SVU as a series regular in Season 5 in 2003 to play ADA Casey Novak. She would go on to become one of the Law & Order cast members who appeared in the most episodes by the time of her last installment in 2012. Her first episode was in Season 3 in 2001, though, when she played Amelia Chase.

Raúl Esparza

Franchise fans undoubtedly know Raúl Esparza best as ADA Rafael Barba, who he played on SVU for more than 100 episodes from 2012-2022 and would reprise for an SVU/Organized Crime two-parter. Years before debuting as Barba, he played Kevin Mulrooney in a 2009 episode of Criminal Intent and Dennis Di Palma in a 2010 episode of Law & Order.

Mehcad Brooks

Mehcad Brooks has been playing Detective Jalen Shaw on Law & Order since late 2022, when he joined the show to replace Anthony Anderson's Kevin Bernard. His franchise origin goes back to 2011, however, when he played Prince Miller in a Season 13 episode of SVU.

Jeremy Sisto

Jeremy Sisto may be best known in the nine-show Dick Wolf TV universe nowadays for playing Jubal Valentine across CBS' three FBI shows, but he was a series regular as Detective Cyrus Lupo for Law & Order's final three seasons before its initial cancellation in 2010. His first appearance in the show happened in Season 17 in 2007, when he played Clint Glover.

S. Epatha Merkerson

S. Epatha Merkerson may be most often found in NBC's One Chicago over the last decade thanks to her role on Chicago Med, but she's credited with nearly 400 episodes of Law & Order as Lieutenant Anita Van Buren, from 1991-2010. Her first character in the show was in the very first season, when she played Mrs. Denise Winters.

Jerry Orbach

Jerry Orbach's Lennie Brisco is arguably one of the franchise's most iconic detectives after nearly 300 episodes of Law & Order and another handful on SVU and Criminal Intent between 1991-2004, but you can first find him on the original Law & Order in the second episode of Season 2, where he played Defense Attorney Frank Lehrman.

Kevin Kane

Kevin Kane was promoted to series regular status on SVU for Season 26 for his role as Detective Terry Bruno, which he originated in Season 24. That wasn't his first SVU role, as he played Scott Ryland in Season 9 in 2008, Officer Greg Wilcox in Season 13 in 2012, Major Bowman in Season 17 in 2016, and Gary Kent in Season 20 in 2018. As if those aren't enough, he appeared in two episodes of Law & Order, first as Matt Preminger in 2002's Season 12 and then as a uniformed cop in Season 16 in 2005.

Jeffrey Donovan

Jeffrey Donovan helped launch Law & Order's 2022 revival as Detective Frank Cosgrove, who he played for Seasons 21 and 22 as a series regular. Fans can also find him much earlier in the series in other roles, first as Eddie Nicodos in Season 6 in 1995 and then as Jacob Reese in Season 17 in 2007.

Anthony Anderson

Anthony Anderson portrayed Detective Kevin Bernard for the last three seasons of the original run of Law & Order between 2008-2010, then reprised the role in the 2022 revival for one season. Before that, he played Detective Lucius Blaine in a memorable 2006 episode of Law & Order: SVU Season 7.

Tony Goldwyn

Law & Order introduced Tony Goldwyn as the new DA Nicholas Baxter in the second half of Season 23 in 2024 as the replacement for Sam Waterston's DA Jack McCoy. That wasn't his introduction into the larger franchise, however, as he played Frank Gorden across four episodes of Criminal Intent's sixth and seventh seasons, from 2007-2008.

Rick Gonzalez

Before Rick Gonzalez spent some time in the Arrowverse, he played Alfonso Cardenas way back in the very first season of Law & Order: SVU in 2000. More than twenty years later, he returned to the franchise to play Detective Bobby Reyes on Law & Order: Organized Crime, starting in 2022.

Dean Norris

Dean Norris kicked off a key role as Randall Stabler in Law & Order: Organized Crime's fourth season as the first of Elliot Stabler's siblings to appear on screen. His first franchise appearance happened more than a decade earlier, in the finale of the short-lived Law & Order: LA as Bob Kentner.

Betty Buckley

Betty Buckley is a Broadway legend, but she made the time to play two different characters over the years of Law & Order: SVU. Between Seasons 7-10, Buckley appeared in multiple episodes as Attorney Walsh. Starting in Season 23, she began playing Trial Division Chief Lorraine Maxwell, which she continued into Season 24.

Michael Trotter

Michael Trotter arrived on Law & Order: Organized Crime Season 4 to play the youngest Stabler brother. Before he debuted on OC in 2024, Trotter played Teddy Muncy in an episode of Law & Order: SVU Season 24 the previous year. In a fun bit of trivia, he's also married to former SVU series regular Jamie Gray Hyder.

Pedro Pascal

Pedro Pascal may be a big name in TV nowadays thanks to his lead roles in The Mandalorian and The Last of Us, but he made his rounds on the Law & Order circuit earlier in his career. He played Tito Cabassa in a Season 18 episode of Law & Order in 2008, visited Law & Order: Criminal Intent to play Reggie Luckman in Season 6 and Kip Green in Season 8, and dropped by Law & Order: SVU to play Agent Greer in Season 12.

Bradley Whitford

Following the end of The West Wing, Bradley Whitford arrived in the one and only season of Law & Order: LA to play Attorney Miklin in 2011. His two roles on SVU are more memorable, as he played a criminal named Frank Maddox in Season 15 back in 2014 before returning in Season 24 in 2023 to play the ailing husband of a victim in an episode directed by Mariska Hargitay.

Sarah Hyland

Sarah Hyland appeared in three different franchise shows as four characters, all before landing her part in Modern Family. Her first role was as Lily Ramsey in the Season 3 premiere of SVU in 2001, followed by playing Kristine McLean in Law & Order Season 15 in 2004. That was followed by Brianne Colby in Trial By Jury Season 1 in 2005, and then by Jennifer Banks in Season 10 of SVU again in 2009.

Cynthia Nixon

Cynthia Nixon won the Emmy for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama for playing Janis Donovan in the Season 9 premiere of SVU in 2007. That was only one of her three characters in the franchise, as she played Laura Di Biasi in Law & Order's first season in 1990 and Amanda Rollins (who is not the same as the SVU character) on Criminal Intent in Season 10 in 2011.

Ellen Pompeo

Before she landed her longtime role as Meredith Grey on Grey's Anatomy, Ellen Pompeo appeared as two characters on Law & Order. She played Jenna Weber in a Season 6 episode in 1996, followed by Laura Kendrick in Season 10 in 2000.

David Harbour

Prior to joining Stranger Things, David Harbour appeared as five different characters in Dick Wolf's TV franchise. First was Mike in a 1999 episode of Law & Order, followed by Terry Jessup in a 2002 episode of SVU''s fourth season, which he then followed by playing Wesley John Kenderson in Criminal Intent Season 4 in 2008, Jay Carlin in Law & Order Season 18 in 2008, and then finally Paul Devildis in Criminal Intent Season 8 in 2009.

Paget Brewster

Criminal Minds' Paget Brewster found time for another network TV crime procedural with two characters across three installments of Law & Order: SVU. First, she played Sheila Tierney in a Season 8 episode that aired on NBC in 2007, followed by two episodes of Season 14 in 2012 as Bureau Chief Paula Foster.

Allison Janney

Before she became an Emmy winner for the first time with The West Wing in 2000, Allison Janney was a repeat actor on Law & Order in the '90s. Her first episode was as Nora in the second season in 1992, followed by Ann Madsen in the fourth season in 1994.

Jeremy Allen White

Prior to joining Shameless and more than a decade before The Bear, Jeremy Allen White appeared in two consecutive seasons of Law & Order as two separate characters, starting with playing Jeremy in 2007 and then Andy Steel in 2008. In 2010, he moved over to SVU to play Michael Parisi in Season 11.

Paul Wesley

Ahead of his debut as a Salvatore brother in The Vampire Diaries, Paul Wesley landed a role as Danny Burrell in the Season 2 premiere of SVU in 2000, followed by playing Luke Miller in Law & Order: Criminal Intent Season 2 in 2002. Then he headed back to SVU in 2005 to play Luke Breslin in an early Season 7 episode.

Hayden Panettiere

Hayden Panettiere's name may be more synonymous with Heroes and Nashville than anything else, but she can be found in two episodes of SVU earlier in her career. First, she was Ashley Austin Black in a Season 2 episode in 2001, followed by a return to play Angela Agnelli in Season 6 in 2005.

Pablo Schreiber

While it's safe to say that Pablo Schreiber's most memorable Law & Order role was as William Lewis on SVU from Season 14-15, that certainly wasn't his only part. He previously played Dan Kozlowski in an SVU Season 8 episode in 2007, as well as Sean Hauser and Kevin Boatman in Seasons 16 and 19 (respectively) of Law & Order, and TJ Hawkins and Ed Lang in Seasons 4 and 7 of Criminal Intent.

Ann Dowd

Better known now for The Handmaid's Tale, Ann Dowd may hold the record for the most characters in the Dick Wolf franchise. On Law & Order, she played Teresa Franz in Season 1, Dorothy Baxter in Season 4, Patricia Smith in Season 6, and Dr. Beth Allison in Season 14. On Criminal Intent, she played Laurie Manotti in Season 4. For Trial by Jury, she played Karen Ames in Season 1. On SVU, she played Louise Durning in Season 2, Sally Wilkens in Season 4, and Lillian Siefeld in Season 10.

Chandra Wilson

Future Grey's Anatomy star Chandra Wilson arrived in the Law & Order franchise in 1992 to play Serena Price in the original show's second season. A decade later, she came to SVU as Nurse Jenkins in Season 4 and then returned in Season 7 in 2005 as Rachel Sorannis.

Elizabeth Mitchell

Lost's Elizabeth Mitchell appeared in two memorable episodes of Law & Order: SVU. She first portrayed Andrea Brown in a Season 4 episode that aired in 2003. She returned nearly ten years later in 2011 to play June Frye in a Season 12 episode.

As expected, The Bear absolutely dominated the Emmy nominations. Actually, it dominated so hard that it broke a record for most nominations for a comedy. Obviously, it’s also probably going to win a lot of those awards too. While I love this FX dramedy as much as the next person, I think it’s a major issue that it’s probably going to win everything.

The Bear Received A Record-Breaking Number Of Nominations For The 2024 Emmys 

Coming off the heels of a successful Season 3 premiere on the 2024 TV schedule, Season 2 of The Bear received a record 23 nominations for the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards. Here are a few of the show’s notable nominations:

• Best Comedy Series
• Lead Actor In A Comedy Series for Jeremy Allen White
• Lead Actress In A Comedy Series for Ayo Edebiri
• Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for Liza Colón-Zayas
• Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for Lionel Boyce and Ebon Moss-Bacrach

It also received nods for its production design, casting, cinematography, costumes, directing and guest stars (who include Olivia Colman, Jamie Lee Curtis, Jon Bernthal, Bob Odenkirk and Will Poulter).

I’m sure many remember that The Bear absolutely devoured awards season last year. Jeremy Allen White took home award after award for playing Carmy, and his co-stars, Ayo Edebiri and Ebon Moss-Bachrach, both won Emmys, and numerous other trophies for their performances. Along with that, the show as a whole won over and over again.

Now, even more of The Bear cast and creatives are nominated, and it’s looking like it could completely sweep the comedy categories this year.

I Desperately Do Not Want The Bear To Win Everything

Let me start by saying this: This problem is not The Bear’s fault and I’m not mad about it because I don’t like the show. In fact, I love the show. However, I think the Emmys have an issue of always awarding the same series over and over and over again. We’ve seen it happen in the drama category recently as Succession made it so it felt like no other shows got a spotlight on them. And I fear this is going to happen to the comedy categories now.

The Bear is great and award-worthy. However, the shows it's nominated with – Abbott Elementary, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Hacks, Only Murders in the Building, Palm Royale and Reservation Dogs in the overall comedy category, among others in various acting and other categories – are also fantastic!

The Emmys really need to share the wealth here, and it can’t do that by giving The Bear everything.

When I look back on my favorite performances of the year, I’m more inclined to note Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder’s dynamic, emotional and funny performances in Hacks or the cast of Abbott Elementary’s brilliant work over some of the nominated performances in The Bear. Both shows were firing on all cylinders this season, and their ensembles hit a new level of fantastic. Plus, shows that have never won Emmys in the big tentpole categories, like Only Murders in the Building and Reservation Dogs, served up excellent new seasons that were incredibly smart and award-worthy.

I’m a big believer that talents like Einbinder, Quinta Brunson, Tyler James Williams, Selena Gomez, Steven Martin, D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai and more deserve just as much love as The Bear.

It’s no fun to give one show all the awards. As a viewer, it gets repetitive and boring, and I find that it also makes it so fewer series get the attention they deserve.

Obviously, I’d love to see the FX/Hulu dramedy take home a few trophies. However, I think it’s important that more brilliant shows get recognized than just the one. So, Emmy voters, if you are reading this, when you are filling out your ballots consider all the nominees, and maybe show multiple love rather than just one, because they are all brilliant.

Spoilers for the Season 3 finale of The Bear are ahead. If you haven’t watched the show yet, you can stream it with a Hulu subscription.

When Season 3 of The Bear ended, my first thought was “That can’t be it.” Not only was I unsatisfied with the cliffhanger, but it also felt like we were right in the middle of all the action. We were getting to the climax of the season where Sydney revealed her job offer and Carmy read the review. However, neither of those things happened. So, I immediately started thinking that this might not be the last time we see new episodes of this show on the 2024 TV schedule. Now, Ebon Moss-Bachrach’s latest comments have added fuel to this ongoing theory I’ve been thinking about.

Quite some time ago, rumors came out (via Deadline) that Seasons 3 and 4 of The Bear were being filmed back-to-back. Considering the popularity and acclaim of the show plus the star power of its cast, that wouldn’t be surprising. However, the ensemble has been reluctant to talk about whether those extra episodes are really a fourth installment or not. Now, Moss-Bachrach’s comments about everything they filmed have me wondering if that “To Be Continued” card at the end of this season was telling us that we only got the first half of Season 3.

What Ebon Moss-Bachrach Said About The Next Episodes Of The Bear

While we still don’t really know how things will proceed following The Bear’s finale (which let me down), Ebon Moss-Bachrach did confirm that they filmed more than the ten episodes we saw. When he spoke with Mr. Porter, he explained that they ended up filming more than they initially planned:

So, yes, he said “two seasons.” However, it feels like this is all one big cohesive chapter, and we stopped in the middle of it, not the end. Maybe, what we get next could be a Season 3B.

Moss-Bachrach continued to explain that they filmed 18 episodes this time around, and as you likely know, we've only seen ten of those. The actor said:

Also, as the story notes, Moss-Bachrach “thinks” they shot Seasons 3 and 4 together, but they did not confirm that that’s the case, and that, my friend, is suspicious.

I Think They’ll Surprise Drop The Second Half Of Season 3

My theory about all this began when I attended The Bear’s press conference for CinemaBlend, and the cast was asked about the reports that they filmed Seasons 3 and 4 together. They wouldn’t give a straight answer about what’s to come, as you can see by the responses Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri and Abby Elliott gave to the question below:

Jeremy Allen White: We did something like that.

Ayo Edebiri: Yeah, a little version of it, sort of. But not exactly.

Jeremy Allen White: Not exactly.

Ayo Edebiri: Is that helpful for journalism?

Abby Elliott: You'll have to find out.

As I noted, the second I finished binge-ing The Bear, I didn’t feel like it was over. Yes, both seasons that came before have ended on cliffhangers, but they also ended a chapter definitively. Season 1 closed out with them deciding to open The Bear, Season 2 saw them open the restaurant, and Season 3 gave us the result of the review and their work…but not really…there's still so much to do.

So, it stands to reason that we could get a Part 2 to Season 3 so we can find some closure. It's filmed, the story lends itself to that format, and it would explain these confusing answers about what's coming next.

Of course, I could be completely wrong, and maybe that was the end of Season 3, and the next installment of one of Hulu’s best shows will be a totally new Season 4. However, as Moss-Bachrach said, they didn’t want to feel constrained, and so they decided to make more. That signifies to me that a Season 3B could be coming.

Plus, no other season has ended with a “To Be Continued.” Season 1 ended with “The Bear is coming” written on the door, but it wasn’t a cut-and-dry “more is coming” like the end of Season 3 was.

So, when you mix Ebon Moss-Bachrach's comments about filming 18 episodes with the ambiguous press conference comments, I can’t help but think that I might be onto something.

However, we won’t know until we get official word from The Bear itself.

To go back and watch the first three seasons of The Bear, and see if you agree with my theory that we might be getting a part two sooner than later, you can do so with a Hulu subscription.

Spoilers ahead for The Bear Season 3's finale.

Since its first season debuted, The Bear has been called one of the best Hulu original shows. The acclaimed series dominated at the 2024 Emmy Awards, so the pressure was on for the third season to similarly deliver. And while The Bear's third installment was gorgeous, I felt let down by that finale. Let's break it all down.

The Bear Season 3 was another stunning installment of the beloved series (and available to stream with a Hulu subscription). While some fans want to see Carmy and Sydney together, I'm more invested in the state of the titular restaurant, and the other interpersonal dynamics at play. And while we got emotional moments like Sugar's reunion with her mother in the delivery room, I thought that the restaurant itself took a backseat. And the finale really hammered that home.

While Season 2 of The Bear was about on the road to the restaurant's opening, the third season didn't have as focused of a narrative. The last few episodes made it clear that reviews are going to make or break the new place, and the audience is shown excerpts from imaginary headlines coming from the minds of both Carmy and Syd. So that ends up being exactly what the audience (myself included) looked forward to in the Season 3 finale.

The finale saw Carmy finally confront his boss from hell/ abuser Chef David, to unfortunate results. Add in Sydney failing to tell Carmy about her job offer, and things felt pretty bleak. As such, when the culinary review for The Bear finally dropped, we couldn't really make it out. Instead the audience is shown brief flashes of a mixed variety of adjectives. But since this is filmed the same way as all the fake reviews that we'd previously seen, it wasn't clear if it were real. That is, until Jeremy Allen White lets out a final F-bomb of disappointment. 

The Season 3 finale was still a great episode, especially as it featured the return of The Bear guest stars that we fell in love with throughout Season 2. But it was the ending that bothered me. I needed to see more of this review, for better or worse. And since the season was less plot-driven than its predecessors, that was doubly important for me.

To be clear, I am still a HUGE fan of The Bear, and was once again reduced to tears multiples throughout my binge of Season 3. Jamie Lee Curtis' character Donna continues to tug at my heart strings, and I'm really rooting for Carmy and Richie to finally bury the hatchet. There's a reason I flew through the entire third season so quick: I love the show and it's a gorgeous piece of art. 

Season 3 took some amazing risks, including it's first, musical episode through Carmy's past. The entire season played with time in this way, with the show's protagonists history with cooking enveloping us. Perhaps Season 2's countdown to opening day was just a structure I was hoping for, especially related to plot point about the restaurant's reviews. Hopefully the wait for Season 4 isn't too long, because fans like me no doubt have questions about what comes next.

The Bear is streaming in its entirety on Hulu. Check out the TV premiere list to plan your next binge watch. 

I know I might make a lot of you mad when I say this, but I passionately believe Carmy and Sydney should NEVER be romantically involved in The Bear. Ever since the Chicago-based restaurant dramedy premiered, there’s been a passionate group of fans who want the lead characters of The Bear cast – Jeremy Allen White and Ayo Edebiri – to be together, and I’m here to say, I think that’s a terrible idea.

So, now that Season 3 of The Bear has dropped on the 2024 TV schedule, and it just further proved my point about Sydney and Carmy, now feels like the right time to do a deep dive into why these two characters should never, ever fall in love.

I’ve Always Liked Carmy And Sydney’s Complicated Friendship

One of my favorite dynamics when it comes to The Bear’s characters is the relationship between Carmy and Sydney. Sometimes they have a mentor and mentee kind of vibe, other times they’re business equals, occasionally they seem like real friends and all of the time it’s interesting to see how they’re working together to help their business succeed.

In Season 1, we saw Carmy mentoring Sydney (or at least trying to) while they ran The Beef. In Season 2, we saw them work as collaborators, creating the menu for The Bear and running the new kitchen. And in Season 3…well, things got complicated, and we’ll talk about that later.

Basically, these two have always grown together in the confines of the business, and through that, a lovely (and complex) friendship has been created. This relationship is at the heart of the series, and it's one of the reasons why it’s one of Hulu’s best shows. Adding romance into this would make it worse because I don’t think it’s logical and if anything it’d make the show more stressful.

The Show Is Already Stressful, We Don’t Need A Workplace Romance Complicating Matters

The last thing I want to see is a doomed relationship.

I know some fans think there’s chemistry between Carmy and Sydney, and I know they’d love to see them kiss. That one moment might be great for them, however, if a romance like that continued on the show, there’s no way it’d be fun to watch.

Even in happy comedies like The Office, Parks and Rec and Abbott Elementary, workplace romances make matters complicated before they get better. Take the stress and tension you felt during those and turn the dial all the way up, and that's what we'd get on The Bear.

A workplace romance in The Bear is just asking for more chaos. I don’t think anyone at this restaurant could handle a relationship with someone they also work with, especially Sydney and Carmy. They run the business, they constantly butt heads, and if you add romance into that equation, I’m positive it wouldn’t end well, therefore, I don’t think I’d ever want to see it.

The series is already incredibly stressful, I don’t need to see Carmy and Sydney trying to navigate a romantic relationship too. Plus, after seeing how Jeremy Allen White’s character treated Ayo Edebiri in the latest season of The Bear (which you can stream with a Hulu subscription), there’s no chance they could maintain a healthy romantic relationship at all, in my humble opinion.

Here’s your chance to stop reading if you haven’t seen Season 3 of The Bear! We’re about to get into the weeds of the Emmy-winning show’s newest episodes.

What Happens Between Carmy And Sydney In Season 3, Made Me Believe They Could Never Be Together 

As Jeremy Allen White said, Carmy’s mentality is “challenging,” to put it lightly, this season, and it deeply impacts everyone on the show, especially Sydney.

In the first few episodes, Carmy gives everyone non-negotiables, which involves changing the menu every day. So, all that hard work Sydney and Carmy put into their menu last season was essentially thrown out the window. Then, as the season goes on, when she tries to ask him something or tries to give input on the menu or a decision for the business, she gets shut down.

By the end of the season, both characters seem like shells of themselves, and I think it’s because Carmy has unintentionally tried to control everything so much that it’s made his employees, especially Sydney feel un-cared for in the workplace.

Sydney is considering leaving, she hasn’t signed the business agreement because of how controlling Carmy is, and it’s also the thing that is straining their partnership and friendship.

At this point, a romance between these two is completely out of the question. There’s no way it could happen now, and even if they get back to a place where their relationship is healthy, it should never be romantic. That’s because on top of this simply not working for this show and these characters, it’s also so important to see platonic friendships and partnerships on television.

It’s Important To Represent Platonic Friendship And Partnership On TV

One of my favorite friendships on Ted Lasso was Ted and Rebecca’s. The owner and head coach of AFC Richmond went from being co-workers to really good friends, and they were such great support systems for each other. While fans really wanted Tedbecca to happen romantically, and the show even teased Ted and Rebecca in Season 3, it never happened, thankfully.

Seeing platonic and professional friendship is vital, and it’s not something we see often enough. I think it’s important to see men and women being friends and developing important bonds that aren’t based in romance. Ted Lasso did it, so why can't The Bear?

While I love a romance – I’ve been shipping Gregory and Janine on Abbott Elementary since day one – I also adore seeing two people be really good friends who support each other and help one another succeed. That’s what Carmy and Sydney can be, and I think it’s what they want to be.

We’ve gotten a taste of how powerful Carmy and Sydney’s friendship is, and how they can truly help each other achieve their goals. Romance would ruin that, as we’ve discussed. It’d take the focus off their professional relationship and goals, and that’s the last thing I want to see.

Watching them find success together with The Bear is one of my favorite elements of the show, and I can’t bear to see it ruined (even though it’s currently at a breaking point in the show) because of unnecessary romance.

At no point has it really felt like Carmy and Sydney could be a romantic couple, and I’ve never wanted it. Plus, as Vulture compiled, Ayo Edebiri and Jeremy Allen White have said it will never happen many times.

While I know fans want it, and as much as I love Carmy and Sydney as a duo, I will never be able to ship them as a couple.

In my humble opinion, The Bear is one of the best shows available on TV at the moment… if not ever. Now that the show is back on Hulu for a third season, we are finally able to learn how running a new restaurant is mentally affecting Carmy’s daily life, and whether or not it will impact his ongoing relationships with Sydney (Ayo Edebiri), Cousin (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), and Claire (Molly Gordon). Off screen, however, we were curious how involvement in a show like The Bear would change the way that the cast views restaurants themselves, and the normally enjoyable act of eating out. Once you have seen how the sausage is made – and how a reputable joint is run – are you able to treat a meal any differently?

We got first-hand insight from the cast of The Bear themselves during a recent press day ahead of the drop of The Bear Season 3. They had strong opinions on how to view the season (the Binge, or the Pace), but lightened up when the conversation shifted to eating out. More than anything, it seems like working on The Bear have given the cast a newfound respect for the establishment’s workers, as Ayo Edebiri told CinemaBlend:

Once you have played someone who is working day and night to deliver the best dining experience possible, you 100% want to lighten the load of the servers who are doing it in real life. This rings especially true for Abby Elliott, who plays Carm’s sister “Sugar” on the show. Natalie occupies the role of Mother Hen at the restaurant, so it wasn’t that surprising that she saw the question from the point of view of a mom, explaining:

To which The Bear star Jeremy Allen White summed up:

Thanks to The Bear, I now also have a hypersensitivity to Taylor Swift’s “Love Story,” the way that meats and fish are sliced, and Jon Bernthal, in general. Then again, I was late to The Bear, and had no idea how emotionally attached I would get to each and every character. But I’m not alone in this, as the show basically has been cleaning up on the awards circuit from the moment it made its debut. We will be curious to see how The Bear Season 3 is received now that it has dropped, so dive in and enjoy if you have a Hulu subscription and the time to watch.

All ten episodes of The Bear’s third season just dropped on the 2024 TV schedule, and now fans are faced with the question of whether they should binge it all in one go or savor it over the course of weeks. With this series in particular, it’s not an easy choice to make. However, the cast shared their thoughts on how one of Hulu’s best shows should be consumed, and I 100% agree with Ayo Edebiri’s take.

These days, shows are released to us in all kinds of ways. HBO and Max love a weekly release for hits like House of the Dragon and The White Lotus. Netflix has been digging the two-part drop for shows like Stranger Things and Bridgerton. Networks are still rocking with the week-to-week. And some streamers are keeping the binge model as their bread and butter, which is what Hulu and FX have done with every season of The Bear.

Over the course of this Emmy-winning dramedy's run, there’s been talk about whether it should be a week-to-week release, as many episodes could have major moments if they could have the spotlight to themselves for a whole week. However, we have access to all the episodes, and with that comes a choice: to binge or not to binge. During a press conference for the new season that CinemaBlend attended, Ayo Edebiri weighed in on this debate saying:

Did you comprehend that? You can use your Hulu subscription however you please, and she’s 100% right. If you want to watch the cast of The Bear yell at each other and work on their restaurant for hours on end, be my guest. Or, you can take the Sydney actress’s route, and spread them out a bit.

Personally, with The Bear, I have to pace myself a little bit, as she explained, but I still roll through the episodes in a matter of days. However, that’s my prerogative, it doesn’t need to be yours.

If binge-ing it is your ideal way to watch, you’ll love what EP and Neil Fak actor Matty Matheson had to say on the topic, as he told us:

Jeremy Allen White also admitted that he watched seven episodes of Season 3 in one sitting while on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

As you can see, they all have their own ways of watching their show, which they’ll passionately explain, and you should too.

Heading into Season 3, we know we’ll be dealing with Carmy’s “challenging” mentality as he works to perfect his restaurant, and we’ll see how all his employees and partners work with (or against) him to achieve that goal. Whether you want to watch that story in one bite or watch Season 3 of The Bear spaced out, it’s up to you. Like Ayo Edebiri said, “You have autonomy.”

How To Watch The Bear Season 3 Online

Watch The Bear Season 3 Online: Synopsis

With the restaurant transformation complete, business booming and diners raving about the food, Carmy looks to have achieved everything he set out to do. But things are never quite that simple in The Bear and after spending last season's finale trapped in the walk-in, the troubled chef is now struggling to escape his own head. 

With Carmy having self destructed his relationship with Claire, he's free to brood like the loner chef he's always aspired to be. Setting his stall out for the restaurant's future, Carmy encourages his staff to push culinary boundaries and collaborate vibrantly. Sydney (who could become a partner in the business) is on board, but everyman Richie might just have a few (swear) words to say. 

Carmy wants to make Sydney a partner, but perhaps more than that he wants recognition in the form of a star, just to prove that all the sacrifices were worth it. Were they? 

Carmy wants The Bear to thrive, for himself, his staff and his brother's memory. But perhaps more than that he wants recognition in the form of a star, just to prove that all the sacrifices were worth it. Were they? 

In an example of life imitating art, the show itself has been accused of being a victim of it's own expectations in season 3, but it's just as innovate as before, with the whip smart dialogue and grounded performances flying of the screen, as stress inducing and emotionally charged as ever. 

Catch Hulu’s latest with our guide below, which explains how to watch The Bear Season 3 online from anywhere.

How to watch The Bear Season 3 online in the US

US viewers can watch The Bear Season 3 online now with a Hulu subscription. All 10 episodes landed on the platform on Wednesday, June 26.

There are a number of Hulu plans available. New subscribers can opt for one of its on-demand only plans and enjoy a 30-day free trial. Thereafter, you’ll pay $7.99 a month for its ad-supported plan, or $17.99 a month to go commercial free.

If you want to benefit from its 90+ live channels, the Hulu + Live TV plan is currently $76.99 per month and comes with ad-supported Disney Plus, ESPN Plus, and Hulu included too. You can also opt for one of the Disney Plus bundle plans and pay from $9.99 a month for purely on-demand content.

How to watch The Bear Season 3 online from anywhere

US citizen on vacation? Or perhaps you're working overseas and still want to stream The Bear Season 3 on a streaming service as if you were back home. Unfortunately, in some markets you'll be stopped from doing so due to geo-blocking.

But with a VPN you can change your IP address and make your computer, smartphone, tablet or other streaming device think its right back in the US.

That means US citizens overseas can subscribe to a VPN, join a US-based server and access their subscription no matter where you are in the world, just as if you were in the comfort of your own home.

How to use a VPN to unblock streaming services:

1. Choose your ideal VPN and install – our go-to recommendation for unblocking is NordVPN, costing from $3.99 a month with its 2-year plan

2. Connect to a server – for Hulu, for example, you'll want to connect to a server based in the US

3. Go to the stream you wish to access - for The Bear Season 3, head to Hulu.

How to watch The Bear Season 3 online in Canada

Canadians can watch all 10 episodes of The Bear Season 3 online with a Disney Plus subscription right now. All episodes arrived on Wednesday, June 26.

Don’t have Disney Plus yet? Disney Plus prices start from CA$7.99 a month for the platform’s ad-supported plan. Otherwise, choose between its Standard (CA$11.99 a month/CA$119.99 annually) or Premium ad-free options (CA$14.99 a month/CA$149.99 a year).

How to watch The Bear Season 3 online in the UK

The entire season of The Bear Season 3 dropped on Disney Plus in the UK on Thursday, June 27. 

Disney Plus plans begin from as little as £4.99. Of course, subscribers have the option of upgrading to the ad-free Standard plan at £7.99 a month, or the £10.99 Premium option, which supports 4K and HDR streaming.

An American abroad wanting to access Hulu? Get yourself a VPN to port yourself back home.

Watch The Bear Season 3 online in Australia

In Australia, The Bear Season 3 also landed on Disney Plus on Thursday, June 27, with the whole season available now.

There are just a few subscription options to choose from in Australia. Go monthly for AU$13.99, or get a great saving – effectively 12 months for the price of 10 – by getting an annual plan for AU$139.99.

The Bear Season 3 Trailer

The Bear Season 3 Episode Release Schedule

• The Bear Season 3 – Episode 1: "Tomorrow" Wednesday, June 26
• The Bear Season 3 – Episode 2: "Next" Wednesday, June 26
• The Bear Season 3 – Episode 3: "Doors" Wednesday, June 26
• The Bear Season 3 – Episode 4: "Violet" Wednesday, June 26
• The Bear Season 3 – Episode 5: "Children" Wednesday, June 26
• The Bear Season 3 – Episode 6: "Napkins" Wednesday, June 26
• The Bear Season 3 – Episode 7: "Legacy" Wednesday, June 26
• The Bear Season 3 – Episode 8: "Ice Chips" Wednesday, June 26
• The Bear Season 3 – Episode 9: "Apologies" Wednesday, June 26
• The Bear Season 3 – Episode 10: "Forever" Wednesday, June 26

Through Season 2 of The Bear, we saw Carmy focus on work, however, we also saw him in a romantic relationship. After he got stuck in the walk-in though, he fully decided to commit himself to his restaurant. Heading into Season 3 of The Bear, we’re getting an even more focused and controlling version of the chef. With that in mind, I asked Jeremy Allen White about his character’s mentality leading into these new episodes, and he explained how it will impact him and other characters moving forward.

Ahead of its June 26 premiere on the 2024 TV schedule, the cast of The Bear did a press conference, which CinemaBlend attended. While there, I asked its Emmy-winning star how Carmy is feeling mentally going into Season 3, and how his getting stuck in the walk-in last season will impact his mentality as well as his employees. Here’s what Jeremy Allen White told me:

To which his co-star Ayo Edebiri joked by saying “Challengers,” presumably in reference to the project on the 2024 movie schedule. Whether she was referencing the Zendaya-led movie or not, I do think that we can safely conclude that, like that tennis movie, tense interpersonal relationships will be at the center of The Bear’s primary conflicts this season.

As we saw in the Season 3 trailer for The Bear, Carmy is taking his words at the end of Season 2 seriously. He’s fully committing to the restaurant and his craft, and that means he’s likely going to be more demanding and controlling than he was in past seasons. The guy is a perfectionist, and perfection is what he’s striving for.

However, he’s a perfectionist to a fault, and as the trailer suggests, this tendency could create rifts within The Bear’s kitchen. Between seeing him write his non-negotiables, proposing a business agreement with Sydney and vehemently disagreeing with Richie and Neil's choice to take a piñata into the dining room, it’s clear that Carmy’s “challenging” mentality is impacting everyone.

Carmy’s drive, work ethic and professionalism have served as a great asset to The Bear, as well as one of its challenges. Heading into Season 3, it feels like it will be central to the show’s story, and his pushing his employees for perfection could be a major cause of conflict.

Jeremy Allen White’s break-down confirmed that Carmy is going to bury himself in work this season, and in doing so, it’ll challenge him and his staff. I think this ongoing challenge the head chef faces is a reason why The Bear is considered one of Hulu’s best shows, and I personally can’t wait to see how Carmy and co. go about running their business this season.

To see what goes down in Season 3 of The Bear, and how Carmy’s mission and mentality impact the show, you can stream all episodes with a Hulu subscription starting tonight, June 26, at 9 p.m. ET.

Would it be The Bear if my heart rate wasn't through the roof every time I watched it? No. Thankfully, that part of the show won't be changing when it premieres on the 2024 TV schedule – despite the restaurant finally being in the place Carmy dreamed of – as we saw the finest of food and the chef spiraling in the Season 3 trailer for the Emmy-winning dramedy. 

In our first comprehensive look at Season 3 of The Bear, we saw Jeremy Allen White's Carmy set his non-negotiables for the restaurant and the chaos that ensued after that. Between his business relationship with Sydney, the ever-unpredictable actions of characters like Richie, and his rocky romantic relationship, it seems like the owner of The Bear is spiraling more than usual, which is saying a lot, and I’m very nervous about it.

In every season of this show, we've seen Carmy struggle with perfectionism and control. Now that his restaurant is open, he's focusing on the little details and leaning into his declaration at the end of Season 2 that he is going to commit fully to his job. All this stress was amplified in the new trailer, and I am so anxious about the breaking point he'll hit as he puts too much pressure on himself and his staff. 

While that tension makes for great TV, it also makes the show nerve-wracking to watch. As Fak said “the vibe is weird,” and seeing Carmy and Richie fight about the size of bowls was enough to make me stop and take a few deep breaths, and that was only the trailer. Imagine the kind of chaos that’s about to ensue in the season.

As we’ve seen before, Carmy is surrounded by characters in The Bear who challenge and fight him. During The Bear’s Season 2 finale, Carmy got stuck in the walk-in – which was the subject of many jokes about Season 3 – and Richie and Sydney ran the show. In this new season, I think these three will clash when it comes to how the restaurant should be run, and Jeremy Allen White’s character will freak out more than he has in the past, despite the fact that the food looks delightful and he has what he’s been yearning for.

Ebon Moss-Bachrach told me that Jeremy Allen White is brilliant in the role of Carmy because he plays the tension that constantly plagues his character so well. It’s an internal battle for the most part, however, when he explodes it's scary. We all remember what happened in “Fishes,” if there’s a stressed-out Berzatto, we should all be nervous. 

This trailer seemed to allude to the chef reaching a serious breaking point over control of his restaurant. Between the trauma he got from working in other fine dining establishments and his family history that’s littered with chaos and tragedy, it makes sense that he’s striving for perfection at The Bear. However, that drive that he thinks will help him succeed seems like it will ultimately be his downfall.

So, it’s unclear if this tension will turn the restaurant into a diamond or if it will cause its demise. However, you better believe that I can’t wait to witness it, even though I’ll need to monitor my heart rate throughout.

We'll find out what happens to Carmy and co. and if he reaches a terrible breaking point when The Bear becomes available to stream with a Hulu subscription on June 27.

I have a painful confession to make here, folks: I haven’t finished The Bear Season 2 yet. In my defense, I really needed a break after finishing the intense “Fishes,” episode and I ended up getting busy. However, Jeremy Allen White’s announcement of The Bear Season 3’s release date has prompted a bunch of inspired comments on social media, and I’ve realized I need to fix this mistake at once.

The 2024 TV schedule looks like it’s going to get hotter, as we now know dinner services will resume at FX’s restaurant as of June 27th. So anyone else who’s lagged behind, or hasn’t even started on their journey with The Bear has plenty of time. And with that, feel free to let ‘er rip with this short but sweet video tease:  

Now seeing as I’m not caught up on one of Hulu's best shows, my first thought after watching this trailer is that my wallet is already hurting just imagining a dinner service in a place like this. Not that it wouldn’t be worth it, but let’s face it: fine dining has its costs. 

That being said, I know all about Carmy’s incident with the freezer and how the season ends. And honestly, I’m surprised Jeremy Allen White wasn’t shown melting that freezer door down with pure heat blasts of anger. 

You can be sure that Sydney, Richie, and the rest of The Bear's characters are probably going to have some choice comments when the action picks up. I see so many ice puns in the future. Meanwhile, you die-hard fans out there started saying things like this, and the comedy warms my heart: 

• just warming up, chef -thebearfx
• Yaaaas, chef! -garyjanetti
• YOU MADE IT OUT THE FREEZER 🥳 -devbreee
• Thank you, Chef! -garrett_watts
• It’s not a freezer guys. It’s a Walk In Refrigerator. Even Carmy wouldn’t survive an entire service in a freezer 🥶 -cheftzac
• bro got out of the freezer 🙏 -max.bournival

Yes friends, (and chefs) Carmy looks like he’s gotten out of the freezer. So who knows what the fallout will look like when he’s warmed up for whatever Season 3 brings his way? It certainly looks fantastic, as The Bear is finally ready to roar once more for all to hear, and taste. Trust me, it makes sense. 

While the restaurant at the heart of The Bear looks like it requires business casual attire, at least, the dress code is much more forgiving when watching the actual series. All you’ll need is the right amount of time on your schedule, and access to a Hulu subscription. 

Now if you’ll excuse me, I have a hit streaming drama to finish, before my career as an entertainment journalist is the next thing locked in the walk-in. And just as a reminder, The Bear Season 3 hits Hulu's streaming library on June 27th.