The Bear
Summary
FX’sThe Bearis a serial praised for its ensemble cast of characters , though many could utilize more clock time to shine in season 3 . The show pith around Carmy Berzatto , who inherit a darling Chicago restaurant following his older brother ’s passing . As an prestigious chef , Carmy tries to set the failing restaurant back on track while putting the pieces of his own liveliness together following the tragical loss . The Golden Globe and Emmy - winning series is both hilarious and profoundly move , with a memorable and unique cast from top to bottom .
like to show likeThe SopranosorThe Wire , The Bearwriters excel at create distinct personality , whereeven the most pocket-sized portion of screen prison term can make a fiber memorableand beguiling . The serial focuses on Carmy , Sydney , Marcus , and Richie the most ; thus , they ’re some ofThe Bear’smost likable quality . But between the fantastic guest star topology and the supporting eatery faculty , there ’s untapped potential for part the show could utilize more .
10Stevie
John Mulaney’s character brings positivity and charisma to the series.
Among the manycelebrity cameo inThe Bearseason 2was John Mulaney , who played the character of Stevie . Of the many crime syndicate extremity and fellow inaugurate in the episode " Fishes , " Stevie seems the least familiar with the crowd , though it is n’t his first rodeo with the Berzattos . Stevie has a screaming scene with the Fak brothers regarding a baseball card investment and tries to salvage the elbow room from tensity when Michael and Uncle Lee argue . Of course , he ’s not important enough to deserve a Stevie - centrical instalment , but John Mulaney lend his presence for more Edgar Albert Guest appearances is always appreciated .
9Uncle Lee
Bob Odenkirk’s Uncle Lee could tie into Carmy’s father.
Bob Odenkirk guest stars as Uncle Lee in " Fishes , " a character who memorably fetch into a dramatic argument with Michael after calling him out on his demeanour . Uncle Lee is close enough with the family to be called " full cousin , " meaning he could seem to guest wizard again . It would be interesting to see him reflect on Michael now that he ’s lead . Not to mention , Uncle Lee is one of the characters whose story could tie intoCarmy ’s daddy inThe Bear , who ’s been left a mystery through the first two season .
8Michelle
Sarah Paulson’s Michelle brings needed family stability to the Berzattos.
Another beloved headliner who made a cameo appearance in " Fishes " was Sarah Paulson , who plays Carmy ’s nerveless cousin from New York . Michelle seems to be one of the only well - put - together members of the family , who ’s genial and sociable , and one of the few masses no one has battle with . In her brief prospect with Carmy , she impart a mite of family stability that he and Sugar might desperately need , and she would be a marvellous supporting character to show up now and then .
The opening of The Bear should be the corking dark of Carmy ’s life history but he ’s leave out in the cold in a season 2 coda that terminate on a frosty note .
7Sugar
Exploring Sugar’s personal life would benefit the show’s overarching story.
Sugar ’s role was increase significantly in time of year 2 , with her take on responsibility at the restaurant and becoming a massive assistant to Carmy . play with charm and humor by Abby Elliott , Sugar ’s personal life is barely explored , andshe ’s the most large eccentric not to have an episode skirt her . give that she ’s suffered the same loss and had the same complicated family breeding as Carmy , her part is vital to search further .
6Uncle Jimmy
Oliver Platt’s Uncle Jimmy has untapped depth.
Played excellently by Oliver Platt , Uncle Jimmy is a primary fiscal supporter of the eating place who convey an veritable love for the Berzatto family despite not being blood - related . The origins of his wealth have been a mystery , and the shadowy element of that detail contribute to its force , but it would still be riveting to see more of his life . He has a category of his own who are barely explored , and he may be another character with ties to the father of the Berzatto family .
5Donna Berzatto
Donna is essential to Carmy’s story going forward.
Academy Award - winnerJamie Lee - Curtis was the most electrifying cameo inThe Bearseason 2 , introducing a character reference - defining moral force to the Berzatto family . Parallels can instantly be made connect Carmy ’s behavior to that of his mother , and her deciding not to attend to the restaurant ’s opening night establishes the storyline to continue . Whether it be another consequential menage gathering or because of Carmy ’s emotional journey , Donna needs to appear more inThe Bearseason 3 .
4Ebraheim
Ebraheim’s arc in The Bear has made him highly likable.
Ebraheim is a pernicious but highly likeable character at the eating house , whose bow in season 2 primarily comprise of a conflict with Tina . Ebra has been a chef for a long fourth dimension and struggles to adapt to the culinary school Sydney sends him and Tina to . He eventually reelect to the restaurant to execute the takeout sandwich windowpane . His conflict in season 2 is easy relatable , and he ’s a character who brings much - ask stability toThe Bear .
3Fak
A Fak-centric episode could lean into The Bear’s comedic strengths.
Responsible for many of thefunniest aspect inThe Bear , Fak is easilyone of the show ’s most wholesome and loveable characters . His kinetics with Carmy , Richie , and his brother constantly make for wonderful and heartwarming scene , and he ’s a fictitious character who needs some attention of his own . A Fak - centric episode could bear witness the show ’s merits as a comedyand research the show ’s pith themes of find family and friendly relationship . Matty Matheson lend so much in every scene as Fak and deserves an episode to shine .
2Tina
Tina’s growth as a chef makes her a vital character.
meet phenomenally by actress Liza Colón - Zayas , Tina is another theatrical role who ’s been broadly speaking explored but deserve more sieve time . Like Ebraheim , Tina ’s seasoned status in the eating house makes her hesitating to make any change , though she ’s on board with the squad by the end of time of year 1 . In time of year 2 , she thrives in culinary school and grow importantly as a chef capable to lend to the Bear eating house . She ’s one of the most respectable persona in the serial publication and will hopefully go along to thrive in time of year 3 .
1Claire
Molly Gordon is excellent as Claire, but she’s one of the least-developed characters.
Introduced in time of year 2 as a love sake to Carmy , actressMolly Gordon ’s charisma and humor were enough to make Claire a likable character . However , Claire ’s lack of depth bear outin a serial occupy with complex and singular personalities . bear the time of year 2 ending breakup was n’t the last of her , Claire is a theatrical role that should be explored more inThe Bearseason 3 . Aside from her orb Carmy and the restaurant , she has an exciting job and aliveness of her own that should factor into their relationship dynamic . More Molly Gordon is always a positive , and she merit some great material to solve with .
