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Season 1 – Fargo

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In this anthology series inspired by the 1996 film, each season follows a mostly new cast of characters who get involved with murder investigations in different Midwestern towns, with seemingly unrelated crimes sometimes being connected in some way.
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Fargo — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Based on the film of the same name in atmosphere, style and location only, Fargo presents more quirky characters and a new storyline that is expertly executed with dark humor and odd twists.

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Geordie Gray The Australian Nov 6, 2023
The first season in particular is brilliant with Martin Freeman as the gutless Lester Nygaard who is bullied by everyone. Go to Full Review John Doyle Globe and Mail Jun 29, 2020
What you expect is an homage to the story, and it isn't there. What you get is an homage to the tone and setting of the movie, and that's why Fargo works as fine TV. Go to Full Review Doreen St. Felix The New Yorker May 9, 2020
Noah Hawley's adaptation converts the drollery of the Coen brothers film into a mood much more noirish and grotesque... Go to Full Review Nathan Mattise Ars Technica Jul 27, 2021
Thematically, existentialism is brought up again and again. Go to Full Review Randy Dankievitch Processed Media Feb 19, 2020
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Fargo is an attempt to adapt the sensibilities and quirks of its movie counterpart, while creating some sort of fresh dramatic tension that makes the show worth watching. Go to Full Review Gem Seddon SFX Magazine Nov 16, 2018
The cast is simply excellent. Who knew that Peter Stormare's assassin could be outdone by Billy Bob Thornton? He steals every scene he's in during the first season. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Sarah Z @sarahtonin1111 Aug 23, 2026 A pure masterpiece. See more Simon R @RT64486026 Aug 13, 2026 Oustanding story and acting from Thornton, Tolman, Odenkirk and Freeman. See more Mark O @Oberg Jul 25, 2026 Best season. Billy Bob Thornton’s best work ever. See more Bill N @Nashnet Jun 19, 2026 Wow! A terrific series (Season 1) in every way. Great acting, terrific writing, and very engaging. See more Briana I. @Anaire Jun 17, 2026 This was an amazing series, wow it had literally everything you want and need to be highly entertaining. As a Christian my favorite part is the dialogue, I loved all the parables used, very cleverly done! Freeman and Thornton were brilliant in this and I loved the evolution of Freeman's character Lester, he was so believable with every expression in his face every moment he did it was crazy good. And Thornton was a menacing and terrifying hitman, absolutely flawless work. And the writers and creator did a beautiful job at this story, it was very interesting, I literally binged watched the whole 1st season in one day it was that good, I honestly couldn't stop watching it so yesss very much recommend. Can't wait to watch the rest of the series! Only negative is, while I liked and enjoyed Tolman she did a very good job but she does this thing with her mouth that's distracting but other than that she was great too! See more Tristan B @tristan3 Jun 17, 2026 [BOT] Comfort watch every single time. See more Read all reviews
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Billy Bob Thornton

Lorne Malvo

Martin Freeman

Lester Nygaard

Colin Hanks

Gus Grimly

Allison Tolman

Molly Solverson

Adam Goldberg

Mr. Numbers

Russell Harvard

Mr. Wrench

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Apr 15, 2014 The Crocodile's Dilemma A manipulative man meets a small town insurance salesman and sets him on a path of destruction. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 22, 2014 The Rooster Prince Molly begins to suspect that Lester is involved with the murders; Malvo investigates the blackmail plot against a man known as the Supermarket King. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 29, 2014 A Muddy Road Malvo flips the script on the blackmail operation; Molly sets a trap; Lester's return to work has complicated repercussions. Details Episode 4 Aired May 6, 2014 Eating the Blame Malvo embraces his alter ego when Gus tries to right a wrong; Lester finds himself in a surprising situation; Molly uncovers a promising lead. Details Episode 5 Aired May 13, 2014 The Six Ungraspables Lester has a close call; Molly makes an unorthodox decision; Gus weighs some neighborly advice; Malvo gets what he wants. Details Episode 6 Aired May 20, 2014 Buridan's Ass Malvo executes his master plan; Lester attempts to craft a plan of his own; Gus and Molly team up in Duluth. Details Episode 7 Aired May 27, 2014 Who Shaves the Barber? Malvo seeks answers while Lester finagles a few of his own; Molly and Gus try to get past a setback in the investigation. Details Episode 8 Aired Jun 3, 2014 The Heap Molly faces pressure to close the case; Lester starts to feel like a new man. Details Episode 9 Aired Jun 10, 2014 A Fox, a Rabbit and a Cabbage Lester has an unexpected encounter; Malvo changes course; a new investigation leads Molly down a familiar path. Details Episode 10 Aired Jun 17, 2014 Morton's Fork Molly takes the lead; Gus pursues a hunch; Lester manipulates a situation; Malvo finds a new target. Details

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Fargo — Season 1

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Noah Hawley, Warren Littlefield, Joel Coen, Ethan Coen, J. Geyer Kosinski
Network
FX
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Crime, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 15, 2014
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