Fargo 2014
“Consequence comes knocking.”
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Overview
Fargo is an American black comedy crime drama television series created by Noah Hawley for FX. It is based on the 1996 film written and directed by Joel and Ethan Coen. The series is a close-knit anthology dealing with stories involving malice, violence, and murder based in and around Minnesota. The Coens, whose other films also heavily influenced the series, were originally uninvolved but joined as executive producers after being impressed by the project. Various chronicles of deception, intrigue, and murder in and around frozen Minnesota are presented in the series, with all tales mysteriously leading back to Fargo, North Dakota. The series features a range of characters and storylines, including quirky Minnesotans embroiled in different true crimes. The show was created by Noah Hawley and features a cast including Billy Bob Thornton, Martin Freeman, Allison Tolman, and Colin Hanks.
Should you watch it?
“An anthology of darkly comedic crime stories set in Minnesota.”
- Strong character-driven narratives
- Distinctive anthology format with new stories each season
- Blend of humor and tension
- Violence may be off-putting for some
- Tone can feel uneven across seasons
You enjoy character-driven crime dramas with dark humor.
Contains violence, strong language, and mature themes; not suitable for children.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 10 episodes
- E1 The Crocodile's Dilemma Apr 15, 2014
- E2 The Rooster Prince Apr 22, 2014
- E3 A Muddy Road Apr 29, 2014
- E4 Eating the Blame May 6, 2014
- E5 The Six Ungraspables May 13, 2014
- E6 Buridan's Ass May 20, 2014
- E7 Who Shaves the Barber? May 27, 2014
- E8 The Heap Jun 3, 2014
- E9 A Fox, a Rabbit, and a Cabbage Jun 10, 2014
- E10 Morton's Fork Jun 17, 2014
Season 2 · 10 episodes
- E1 Waiting for Dutch Oct 12, 2015
- E2 Before the Law Oct 19, 2015
- E3 The Myth of Sisyphus Oct 26, 2015
- E4 Fear and Trembling Nov 2, 2015
- E5 The Gift of the Magi Nov 9, 2015
- E6 Rhinoceros Nov 16, 2015
- E7 Did You Do This? No, You Did It! Nov 23, 2015
- E8 Loplop Nov 30, 2015
- E9 The Castle Dec 7, 2015
- E10 Palindrome Dec 14, 2015
Season 3 · 10 episodes
- E1 The Law of Vacant Places Apr 19, 2017
- E2 The Principle of Restricted Choice Apr 26, 2017
- E3 The Law of Non-Contradiction May 3, 2017
- E4 The Narrow Escape Problem May 10, 2017
- E5 The House of Special Purpose May 17, 2017
- E6 The Lord of No Mercy May 24, 2017
- E7 The Law of Inevitability May 31, 2017
- E8 Who Rules the Land of Denial? Jun 7, 2017
- E9 Aporia Jun 14, 2017
- E10 Somebody to Love Jun 21, 2017
Season 4 · 11 episodes
- E1 Welcome to the Alternate Economy Sep 27, 2020
- E2 The Land of Taking and Killing Sep 27, 2020
- E3 Raddoppiarlo Oct 4, 2020
- E4 The Pretend War Oct 11, 2020
- E5 The Birthplace of Civilization Oct 18, 2020
- E6 Camp Elegance Oct 25, 2020
- E7 Lay Away Nov 1, 2020
- E8 The Nadir Nov 8, 2020
- E9 East/West Nov 15, 2020
- E10 Happy Nov 22, 2020
- E11 Storia Americana Nov 29, 2020
Season 5 · 10 episodes
- E1 The Tragedy of the Commons Nov 21, 2023
- E2 Trials and Tribulations Nov 21, 2023
- E3 The Paradox of Intermediate Transactions Nov 28, 2023
- E4 Insolubilia Dec 5, 2023
- E5 The Tiger Dec 12, 2023
- E6 The Tender Trap Dec 19, 2023
- E7 Linda Dec 26, 2023
- E8 Blanket Jan 2, 2024
- E9 The Useless Hand Jan 9, 2024
- E10 Bisquik Jan 16, 2024
Frequently asked questions
Is Fargo based on a true story?
No, it is inspired by the 1996 Coen brothers film and presents fictional stories.
Do I need to watch the movies before the show?
No, the series stands alone and does not require prior knowledge of the film.
Is it the same characters every season?
No, each season features a new cast and storyline.
Where is Fargo filmed?
While set in Minnesota and North Dakota, filming locations vary by season.
How many seasons are there?
Multiple seasons have aired, with new ones continuing the anthology style.