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FX/Hulu Drops Surprise Standalone Prequel ‘Gary’ From The Bear

The stealth drop serves as character backstory ahead of a likely final season.

Overview

  • The one-hour special, which released Tuesday, is streaming now on Hulu and on Disney+ in some regions.
  • Set before Season 1, it follows Richie and Mikey on a work trip to Gary, Indiana to explore their relationship and Mikey’s state of mind, according to FX’s description.
  • Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Jon Bernthal co-wrote the episode and star, with series creator Christopher Storer directing.
  • On Hulu the special appears as a separate title under “Gary,” so viewers need to search the name rather than look within The Bear’s season listings.
  • The release arrives as Season 5 is expected in June and widely reported to be the show’s last, though FX has not officially confirmed the series ending.