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- Michelle Pfeiffer recalled that her *Grease 2* audition didn't go well.

- She was not a singer or a dancer, which was a problem, since the sequel was a musical.

- The movie arrived in theaters in June 1982.

Michelle Pfeiffer didn't think she'd get the chance to sing about a "Cool Rider" in *Grease 2*.

As she saw it, the audition for the starring role of Stephanie Zinone went badly. Really badly, she told ** for a 2023 oral history of the cult classic, which debuted in movie theaters 44 years ago this month.

"I had zero expectations of landing this part," Pfeiffer said. "My agent sent me on it, honestly, I think, just for the experience. It was such a cattle call — there were actors and dancers and singers everywhere hanging out, coming in and out auditioning, and there were very thin walls. All the other actors waiting to go in could hear your reading, could hear your singing. I was not a singer. I was taking voice classes to really improve my stage voice at the recommendation of my acting coach. And I certainly was not a dancer."

Of course, *Grease 2*, like its 1978 predecessor, is a musical. So, dancer or not, Pfeiffer needed to show that she could move.

"The last phase of the audition was the dancing part. It literally was like you see in the movies where one line would come and they would dance across the stage and then the next line would come and they would dance across the stage," the three-time Oscar nominee recounted. "I kept moving further to the back, so I ended up in the very last line and stumbled my way through because I couldn't remember the choreography."

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She thought it had been a disaster.

"I left with my tail between my legs, feeling so humiliated," Pfeiffer said. "And somebody's assistant, I think it was [director] Pat Birch's assistant, ran after me across the Paramount studio lot. I said something about being really embarrassed and she said, 'Well, you shouldn't be because she wants you to come back tomorrow.'"

After landing the part of the Pink Ladies leader, despite her feelings, Pfeiffer led a cast that also included Maxwell Caulfield, Lorna Luft, Pamela Adlon, Christopher McDonald, and Didi Conn.

Michelle Pfeiffer in June 2026.

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Critics weren't kind, but audiences have been loyal over the years, and they continue to show up at screenings.

Pfeiffer had spent the previous few years appearing on TV shows such as *CHiPS* and *Fantasy Island*, the film *Hollywood Knights*, and the TV movie *Splendor in the Grass*, which starred Melissa Gilbert and Cyril O'Reilly as Deanie and Bud. But after wearing a Pink Ladies jacket, Pfeiffer was headed for bigger things. *Scarface*, *The Witches of Eastwick*, *Dangerous Liaisons*, and *The Fabulous Baker Boys* all followed in the next decade.

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From war dramas like &34;Saving Private Ryan&34; to musicals like &34;Hamilton,&34; these are the films that scream &34;America&34; to us. 30 patriotic movies to watch this Fourth of July, ranked From war dramas like &34;Saving Private Ryan&34; to musicals like &34;Hamilton,&34; these are the films that scream &34;America&34; to us. By Kevin Jacobsen, Kevin P. Sullivan, Kevin P. Sullivan Kevin P. Sullivan is a former staff editor at . He left EW in 2018. EW's editorial guidelines Jeff Labrecque, Jeff Labrecque Jeff Labrecque is a former senior editor at . He left EW in 2018.

From war dramas like "Saving Private Ryan" to musicals like "Hamilton," these are the films that scream "America" to us.

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'Glory'; 'Team America: World Police'; 'Mr. Smith Goes to Washington'. Credit:

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Patriotism means a little something different to everyone — and filmmakers have long sought to articulate, challenge, and subvert definitions of what it means to tell a story about America.

From rousing war dramas like *Saving Private Ryan* (1998) to historical biopics like *Patton* (1970) to musicals that reinterpret things for a new generation like *Hamilton* (2020), these are films that speak uniquely to the American experience. Some movies aren't tied to true events but embody the American spirit nonetheless, like *Mr. Smith Goes to Washington* (1939) in its clear-eyed idealism or *Independence Day*'s (1996) rah-rah patriotism.

Ahead, we're ranking some of the best films that represent America and make for perfect 4th of July viewing.**

Argo (2012)

Bryan Cranston as Jack O'Donnell and Ben Affleck as Tony Mendez in 'Argo'.

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Ben Affleck's *Argo* is a real film about the ruse of making a fake film to help rescue real-life hostages in Iran. Got it? Despite its stranger-than-fiction story, the events depicted in this Best Picture-winning thriller are (for the most part) based in reality, telling the story of CIA operative Tony Mendez (Affleck), who enacted a plan to save six U.S. diplomats in Tehran by posing with his team as a film crew. The caper crackles with tension as we follow Mendez and company executing their scheme with good old-fashioned American ingenuity. —*Kevin Jacobsen***

Zero Dark Thirty (2012)

Jessica Chastain as Maya in 'Zero Dark Thirty'.

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This engrossing (yet controversial) political thriller follows the painstaking process of tracking down Al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden in the wake of 9/11. Jessica Chastain is aces as the CIA analyst devoting every waking moment to his capture, and director Kathryn Bigelow deftly depicts the cost of war and single-minded obsession. —*K.J.*

The Right Stuff (1983)

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Chuck Yeager and the Mercury Seven astronauts literally strap themselves to engines in the hopes of doing what's never been done before. Chronicling the early years of the United States' foray into the Space Race, this thrilling story of innovation and the American spirit takes us straight to the stars. *—Kevin P. Sullivan*

Gettysburg (1993)

Jeff Daniels as Col. Joshua Chamberlain (center) in 'Gettysburg'. Everett Collection

A precision military document filmed on sacred ground, *Gettysburg* venerates the motives and ideals of both North and South as the two crusades collide on the hilly farms of central Pennsylvania. American history as tragedy and triumph. —*Jeff Labrecque*

Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942)

James Cagney as George M. Cohan and Joan Leslie as Mary Cohan in 'Yankee Doodle Dandy'. Everett Collection

As "Over There" composer George M. Cohan, James Cagney tap-dances through life in a musical biopic brimming with pageantry and Americana. Released during World War II, the film capitalizes on Cohan's rags-to-riches story and his songs' ability to boost morale with their embodiment of the American spirit. *—Maureen Lee Lenker*

G.I. Jane (1997)

Demi Moore as Lt. Jordan O'Neil in 'G.I. Jane'.

In Ridley Scott's kick-ass action-drama, a military wonder woman (Demi Moore) endures discrimination, misogyny, and brutal macho hazing en route to shaving her head (on camera!) and becoming an elite Navy unit's first female trooper. Top that, Rosie the Riveter. *—Joey Nolfi*

Superman II (1980)

Christopher Reeve as Superman in 'Superman II'. Everett Collection

The second Man of Steel film captures one of the superhero genre's most haunting hours — Zod (Terence Stamp) and his sidekicks rip apart the White House and drive the helpless president to "kneel before Zod." Superman is MIA. And though he eventually vanquishes Zod and his minions, the movie's most satisfying moment comes when he restores the American flag to the White House, telling the president, "Sorry I've been away so long. I won't let you down again." A real superman knows how to apologize. *—Joe McGovern*

Seabiscuit (2003)

Elizabeth Banks as Marcela Zabala-Howard, Jeff Bridges as Charles S. Howard, Kingston DuCoeur as Sam, and Gary Stevens as George Woolf in 'Seabiscuit'. Everett Collection

With America's spirits — like its 1930s finances — in a deep depression, a small, slightly broken racehorse (and his team of equally damaged humans) became an unlikely champion and a unifying symbol of hope and second chances, right when the country needed it most. *—Sara Vilkomerson*

Stripes (1981)

Bill Murray as John Winger (center) in 'Stripes'. Everett Collection

*Stripes* isn't exactly the best recruitment video for the U.S. military. After Bill Murray's unemployed wiseacre John Winger joins up, he swiftly butts heads with his Army superiors, especially no-nonsense Sergeant Hulka (Warren Oates). But there's something very American about Winger's antiauthoritarian streak, as well as his ability to improvise a mission to save his unit. It's enough to make you cry. Almost like Old Yeller. *—Clark Collis*

Lone Survivor (2013)

Mark Wahlberg as HM First Class Marcus Luttrell in 'Lone Survivor'. Universal

Peter Berg's harrowing action drama, based on an ill-fated 2005 Navy SEAL mission to take out a Taliban leader in Afghanistan, is both a testament to the horrors of war and a tribute to the courage of 21st-century warriors. *—Devan Coggan*

Private Benjamin (1980)

Goldie Hawn as Pvt. Judy Benjamin in 'Private Benjamin'. Everett Collection

Judy Benjamin's (Goldie Hawn) American dream is simple: a house, a husband, a nice dining-room set. But when her dearly beloved dies on their wedding night, she accidentally-on-purpose joins the Army...and finds that fatigue is more than just another word for uniforms. The hell of basic training — and her subsequent transformation from human Pomeranian to battle-ready private — isn't just good patriotism, it's a comedic revelation. (And guess what? It turns out camo is *totally* her color.) *—Leah Greenblatt*

Milk (2008)

Sean Penn as Harvey Milk in 'Milk'. Phil Bray/Focus Features

Films about hope and change can often verge into cheesiness, but this Oscar-winning biopic about the life of Harvey Milk (Sean Penn), the first out gay man elected to public office in California, avoids lazy cliches. As the gregarious politician makes his ascent and fights for his community, it's hard not to feel inspired even when he faces intense opposition. —*K.J.***

Lincoln (2012)

Daniel Day-Lewis as President Abraham Lincoln in 'Lincoln'. Everett Collection

Of course, Abraham Lincoln (Daniel Day-Lewis) is a paragon of American ideals. But in Steven Spielberg's elegant biopic, he's deceptively so. Honest Abe is forced to scheme, relying on grit and cunning to win the votes to abolish slavery. *—J.M.*

Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)

Chris Evans as Captain America in 'Captain America: The First Avenger'. Everett Collection

Definitively answering the question "Who's strong and brave, here to save the American Way?," Marvel Studios' first standalone adventure of Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) isn't simply patriotic in name. The reason this hero has stood above his fellow Avengers is his character — a big guy who never forgets what it's like to be little. *—K.P.S.*

Howard Da Silva as Benjamin Franklin, Ken Howard as Thomas Jefferson, and William Daniels as John Adams in '1776'. Everett Collection

Two and a half hours of musical mansplaining about the merits of continental emancipation could have gone down like bad molasses, but this sprightly drama (starring William Daniels as the original bad boy of Boston, John Adams) doesn't just retell the story of the Declaration of Independence — it sings to life the debate that laid down the entire spirit of America. Declaratively. —*Marc Snetiker*

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Independence Day (1996)

Will Smith as Capt. Steven Hiller in 'Independence Day'. Everett Collection

Roland Emmerich's blockbuster may revel in aliens blowing up the White House, but when Bill Pullman's American president urges mankind to unite in the fight for survival, it's one of the most heart-swelling movie speeches ever. Plus, there's that scene of Will Smith punching an alien in the face! America! *—D.C.*

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939)

James Stewart as Jefferson Smith in 'Mr. Smith Goes to Washington'. Everett Collection

The depiction of corruption may look quaint by today's standards, but, in Frank Capra's idealistic film, beleaguered senator Jefferson Smith proves that one man's strong moral compass (and one marathon filibuster) can reclaim the promise of America from the nefarious Beltway machine. "Great principles don't get lost," Smith says. "They're right here. You just have to see them again." *—S.V.*

The American President (1995)

Michael Douglas as President Andrew Shepherd in 'The American President'. Everett Collection

Aaron Sorkin scripted this West Wing romance that celebrates the nobility of the American Experiment while constantly testing the integrity of its participants. After bookish President Andrew Shepherd's enemies target his environmental lobbyist girlfriend, POTUS takes to the podium, laying out the rules and stakes of modern American democracy: "America isn't easy. America is advanced citizenship. You've gotta want it bad, 'cause it's gonna put up a fight," he thunders, while defending the honor of the two ladies he adores most: his love and liberty. *—Nicole Sperling*

Air Force One (1997)

Harrison Ford as President James Marshall in 'Air Force One'. Claudette Barius

A president who doesn't like Russian warmongers but enjoys spending time with his wife and young child? Here's a wish-fulfillment political fantasy, with Harrison Ford as a bipartisan badass every American can agree on. *—Darren Franich*

Rocky IV (1985)

Sylvester Stallone as Rocky Balboa and Dolph Lundgren as Ivan Drago in 'Rocky IV'. Everett Collection

Nearly a decade after he became America's most beloved underdog, Rocky Balboa faced Dolph Lundgren's politburo punisher, Ivan Drago, the embodiment of robotic Communist zealotry writ (very, very) large. *Rocky IV*'s politics aren't subtle, but then again, neither is our national anthem. *—Chris Nashawaty*

Selma (2014)

David Oyelowo as Martin Luther King Jr. in 'Selma'.

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Ava DuVernay's *Selma* is a potent evocation of the past and a rallying cry for the present. Set in the mid-'60s, the film centers on civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. (David Oyelowo) and his efforts to eliminate voter restrictions for Black citizens. It all leads to the historic march from Selma to Montgomery, Ala., though the path to organizing the march isn't easy, not only because of conflict with government officials but also among activists and thought leaders. —*K.J.*

Top Gun (1986)

Tom Cruise as Lt. Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell in 'Top Gun'. Everett Collection

Thanks to one impossibly cocky fighter pilot named Maverick, Reagan-era America never felt better about itself — or its military might. Tom Cruise was the grinning poster boy of red-white-and-blue individualism ("I feel the need...the need for speed"), defying his superiors, toying with his rivals, and, of course, getting the girl. *—C.N.*

Hidden Figures (2016)

Taraji P. Henson as Katherine Johnson (center) in 'Hidden Figures'. Hopper Stone/FOX

In the dogged space race against the Soviets in the early-'60s, three female African American mathematicians overcame racism and sexism at NASA while helping solve the science that launched American astronauts into history. *—Dan Heching*

Team America: World Police (2004)

Chris (voice: Matt Stone), Gary (voice: Trey Parker), Sarah (voice: Masasa Moyo), and Joe (voice: Trey Parker) in 'Team America: World Police'. Everett Collection

The *South Park* creators' puppet satire tracks a team of star-spangled badasses on missions of mass destruction. It's a deadpan portrait of American swagger that apexes with the fist-pumping anthem, "America, F--- Yeah!" It's the kind of "funny" tune that gets taken seriously. Seek out the uncut version, with an epilogue listing all the things that make America great: sushi, rodeos, Valium, porno, immigrants, Democrats, and Republicans. Celebrating our wild disparity? F--- yeah. *—D.F.*

Patton (1970)

George C. Scott as Gen. George S. Patton in 'Patton'. Everett Collection

There's no question that George "Old Blood and Guts" Patton had rough edges, but that serrated personality — pumped with ego and ambition — may have been exactly what was necessary to bring down Nazi Germany. —*Anthony Breznican*

Miracle (2004)

Eddie Cahill as Jim Craig in 'Miracle'. Everett Collection

Kurt Russell is medal-worthy as ice-in-his-veins coach Herb Brooks, who leads the scrappy U.S. hockey team against the invincible Soviets at the 1980 Lake Placid Olympics. The "U-S-A" chant has never been more earnest, or earned. *—Jessica Derschowitz*

Glory (1989)

Morgan Freeman as Sgt. Maj. John Rawlins (center) and Denzel Washington as Private Trip (right) in 'Glory'. Everett Collection

In Edward Zwick's tense Civil War drama about the first all-Black Army regiment, freedmen and freedom seekers volunteer to prove to white America and themselves that liberty is worth dying for. *—N.S.*

Hamilton (2020)

Anthony Ramos as John Laurens, Lin-Manuel Miranda as Alexander Hamilton, Daveed Diggs as the Marquis de Lafayette, and Okieriete Onaodowan as Hercules Mulligan in 'Hamilton'.

Courtesy of Disney

"How does a bastard, orphan, son of a whore and a Scotsman, dropped in the middle of a forgotten spot in the Caribbean by providence, impoverished, in squalor grow up to be a hero and a scholar?" These are the evocative opening lyrics of the smash-hit Broadway musical *Hamilton*, and the Disney+ filmed stage recording allows everyone to learn the story of Alexander Hamilton, one of America's Founding Fathers, through earworm melodies and virtuosic performances. —*K.J.***

Apollo 13 (1995)

Bill Paxton as Fred Haise, Tom Hanks as Jim Lovell, and Kevin Bacon as Jack Swigert in 'Apollo 13'. Ron Batzdorff/Universal

An ode to a bygone era of space exploration and American optimism, Ron Howard's riveting nail-biter about the doomed 1970 mission to the moon, starring Tom Hanks as astronaut Jim Lovell and Ed Harris as not-on-my-watch Mission Control director Gene Kranz, reminded Americans what they can accomplish when failure isn't an option. "Houston, we have a problem" wasn't a cry for help. It was a call to duty. *—Shirley Li*

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Saving Private Ryan (1998)

Tom Hanks as Capt. John H. Miller (center) in 'Saving Private Ryan'.

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Steven Spielberg's tribute to the Greatest Generation places you in the boots of the D-Day soldiers who fought and died — and others who lived to wonder in the face of such loss, "Why me?"

The story of Tom Hanks' Captain Miller and his team's efforts to find and retrieve Matt Damon's titular GI, who has lost all his brothers in other battles, is fictional. But the valor of the real soldiers who carried the banner of American ideals into the firefight is nonetheless reflected in this story. It puts you where they stood. Where they bled. Where they fell. But something good and decent rose from their sacrifice. *—A.B.*

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Will Beyoncé attend Taylor Swift's wedding? Here's why she probably will

Will Beyoncé attend Taylor Swift&x27;s wedding? Here&x27;s why she probably will Caché McClay, USA TODAY NETWORKFri, June 26, 2026 at 10:03 AM UTC 0 Will Beyoncé attend Taylor Swift's wedding? Here's why she probably will Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are rumored to tie the knot soon, sparking widespread speculation about who will attend what could be one of the biggest weddings of the year. Since the NFL star and the pop star got engaged last summer, fans have been theorizing about when or where their potential wedding ceremony might take place.

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are rumored to tie the knot soon, sparking widespread speculation about who will attend what could be one of the biggest weddings of the year.

Since the NFL star and the pop star got engaged last summer, fans have been theorizing about when or where their potential wedding ceremony might take place. There's been growing speculation that the two could get married during Independence Day weekend at Madison Square Garden, one of the world's most famous arenas.

Jaÿ-Z is scheduled to perform in New York City the following weekend, so it's likely that the Knowles-Carter family will already be in the area. While close friends like Danielle and Alana Haim, plus Ed Sheeran, are expected to be on the guest list, many are wondering if Beyoncé will also attend.

As interest in Swift's wedding continues to grow, fans have been eager to learn who could be among the guests, including celebrities from both the music industry and the world of professional sports.

Several of Kelce's teammates from the Kansas City Chiefs are expected to attend the nuptials. Other football friends of the groom, including San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle, are also expected to be in attendance. Recently, Kittle shared that the soon-to-be-married couple told guests not to bring any gifts to the wedding.

"They said absolutely no gifts," Kittle told ExtraTV at the Tight Ends & Friends Concert in Nashville on Tuesday, June 23. "But I was thinking, Travis, for some reason, really likes old coins, so I might get him an old coin."

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Beyoncé has given Swift flowers in the past, following Swift's Grammy win in 2021. Will the "Cowboy Carter" singer be among the wedding guests to break the no-gift rule and lavish the newlyweds with thoughtful presents? Here's what we know.

Will Beyoncé attend Taylor Swift's Wedding?

Beyoncé has not publicly commented on whether she plans to attend Taylor Swift's wedding, although the two superstar singers have an encouraging rapport.

The two music stars have publicly supported each other's projects over the years. In October 2023, Beyoncé attended the premiere of Swift's concert film, "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour," and posed for photos with the singer.

The following month, Swift attended the London premiere of "Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé." The pair posed for photos and watched the film together. Swift later shared photos from the event on Instagram, describing the experience as "an actual fairytale." More recently, Swift also reportedly attended Beyoncé and husband JAŸ-Z's annual Oscars afterparty in Los Angeles on March 15, 2026.

In short: they have often attended major events in support of each other and a celebration of love could be no different.

Follow Caché McClay, the USA TODAY Network's Beyoncé Knowles-Carter reporter, on Instagram, TikTok and X as @cachemcclay.

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Why Is “The Bear ”Ending with Season 5? Here’s What We Know About the Series Finale

Why Is “The Bear ”Ending with Season 5? Here’s What We Know About the Series Finale Jane LaCroixFri, June 26, 2026 at 11:30 AM UTC 0 Jeremy Allen White in 'The Bear'Credit: FX The Bear premiered on FX in June 2022 and went on to win 21 Primetime Emmys over four installments The dramedy released its fifth and final season in June 2026 Actress Ayo Edebiri has called the show&x27;s ending "bittersweet" Last call is coming at The Bear.

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Actress Ayo Edebiri has called the show's ending "bittersweet"

Last call is coming at The Bear.

When the FX dramedy premiered in 2022 — led by Jeremy Allen White as chef Carmen "Carmy" Berzatto — it struck a chord with viewers through its gripping storyline and chaotic kitchen scenes. But after five seasons in the kitchen, service is coming to an end.

In May 2026, FX confirmed that The Bear would wrap up with its upcoming fifth season, with the final eight episodes premiering in June 2026. While the announcement may have surprised viewers, those close to the series have mentioned that the story has been building toward this moment for some time.

Jamie Lee Curtis, who plays Carmy’s mother Donna Berzatto, previously noted that the upcoming conclusion was a known event. "They've said it from the beginning. It's the end of the show — it's not me announcing any endings of anything," she told Entertainment Tonightin March 2026.

As fans prepare to say goodbye to one of television's most acclaimed titles, questions remain about the world that writer-director Christopher Storer created.

So, why is The Bear ending? Here's what to know about the series's final chapter.

Is season 5 the last one for The Bear?

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Yes, season 5 is officially the final season of The Bear.

In May 2026, FX confirmed on Instagram that the series would conclude with its fifth installment, which premiered on June 25, 2026, on the network and Hulu.

According to the show's logline, the final chapter will pick up after Carmy departs from the restaurant, as Sydney Adamu (Ayo Edebiri), Richie Jerimovich (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) and Natalie “Sugar” Berzatto (Abby Elliott) work to keep The Bear afloat while pursuing one last shot at earning a Michelin star.

“Ultimately, they learn that what makes a restaurant ‘perfect’ might not be the food, but the people,” the synopsis reads, per Variety.

Why is The Bear ending?

FX hasn't given a specific reason for ending The Bear, but it seems to be a creative decision rather than a cancellation.

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Speaking to Variety in July 2024, FX chairman John Landgraf revealed that the length of the show would be up to the creator's discretion.

“It’s really Chris [Storer’s] decision on The Bear. It’s about, how much more story does he have to tell?” he said, shortly after the release of season 3. “I mean, obviously, I’m hoping he has more than one more season of story to tell.”

Landgraf continued, “But not to the extent that if there was one great season or three mediocre ones, I’d rather have one great one. You just have to follow the creative.”

What has the cast of The Bear said about the show ending?

Jeremy Allen White and Ayo Edebriri at a dinner for the cast and producers of 'The Bear' on June 9, 2025, in Hollywood, California.Credit: David Jon/Getty

The cast of The Bear has described the show's ending as emotional.

White experienced a rush of feelings while reading the finale, telling PEOPLEin June 2026 that it was "hard to read" and "hard to shoot." Still, he said the ending "makes sense" for Carmy.

"It's bittersweet that the show is ending," Edebiri told Vogue that same month. "I feel so connected to this group of people, these characters, and everything that we've gotten to do together. So I feel really content with that, but I really do love these guys and I'm going to miss working with them.”

She also called the experience a "really rare and special journey.”

Moss-Bachrach echoed a similar sentiment, telling the outlet, "I was very emotional when I read the final script."

He added, "Ending a TV show is hard and often the endings are not very satisfying. I have so much awe for Chris Storer and our writers, for not just Richie's conclusion, but for everybody's conclusion in the show. It feels apt, and it feels hopeful in some way."

Curtis described the final season as "completing the story of this extraordinary family that we have all fallen in love with," in a February 2026 Instagram post. She paired her message with a photo of her and Elliot wrapped in a sweet embrace.

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