Fargo

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Season 1
  • Network: FX
  • Series Premiere Date: Apr 15, 2014
Season #: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
User Score
9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 1249 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,191 out of 1249
  2. Mixed: 24 out of 1249
  3. Negative: 34 out of 1249
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  1. LamontRaymond
    Apr 16, 2014
    10
    That was probably one of the best pilots I've ever seen. Even with the weight of expectations based on the success of the film, the creators reinvented the series while keeping the tone of flavor for that part of the country. Billy Bob is an inspired choice. I can't believe they covered as much ground as they did in the very first episode. Reminds me of the final half season ofThat was probably one of the best pilots I've ever seen. Even with the weight of expectations based on the success of the film, the creators reinvented the series while keeping the tone of flavor for that part of the country. Billy Bob is an inspired choice. I can't believe they covered as much ground as they did in the very first episode. Reminds me of the final half season of Breaking Bad. No messing around. I can't wait to watch the rest of this series.… Expand
  2. rodericrinehart
    Jul 22, 2014
    10
    Absolutely amazing show. Perfectly cast. Brooding, dark, but cerebral instead of in your face. Shows the nature of humanity with some dark humor too. Show is better than almost any movie you could see, and there are 10 episodes already! Absolutely no reason not to binge watch immediately.
  3. marco34la
    Jun 29, 2016
    10
    This show is smart, sophisticated, dark, sinister, fun and better than any show that's been on HBO in decades.
    RIP HBO.... there's so many other better shows now on cable networks for FREE.
  4. podaddy
    Aug 4, 2014
    10
    Top notch. Everything about this show is just that. With the departure of Breaking Bad, the void was surprisingly filled by True Detective, but to have a second show come along so quickly that is of BB caliber is pretty amazing.Can't say one bad thing about Fargo other than I'm not sure how i feel about a second season as the one and done approach is why, I believe, the writers were ableTop notch. Everything about this show is just that. With the departure of Breaking Bad, the void was surprisingly filled by True Detective, but to have a second show come along so quickly that is of BB caliber is pretty amazing.Can't say one bad thing about Fargo other than I'm not sure how i feel about a second season as the one and done approach is why, I believe, the writers were able to give is a masterpiece with each ensuing episode.… Expand
  5. DownByTheRiver
    Jun 18, 2014
    10
    Truly some of the best T.V I have ever witnessed! If you're a fan of the original movie then you should give this a watch, quite possibly better than the movie and that's a damn good movie! I won't say much but I will say [practically everything about it it great. Fargo is must watch T.V No need to do a stand-out episode for this one, they're pretty much all great!
  6. DenKnight-
    Sep 19, 2014
    10
    This is a must-see if you have a fundamental understanding of good film/TV making. It's well written, brilliantly directed, artisticly beautiful, funny, painful and disturbing. All at once. Every scene gushes precision. Many scenes do things I have never seen before. Also, I read some of the bad reviews here, and I can say is don't trust them. You can tell they're the types not to enjoyThis is a must-see if you have a fundamental understanding of good film/TV making. It's well written, brilliantly directed, artisticly beautiful, funny, painful and disturbing. All at once. Every scene gushes precision. Many scenes do things I have never seen before. Also, I read some of the bad reviews here, and I can say is don't trust them. You can tell they're the types not to enjoy this type of production.… Expand
  7. wade22fan
    Nov 13, 2015
    10
    Fargo (Season 1) is about as good as TV gets. It boasts phenomenal acting, beautiful cinematography, an engaging plot, quirky characters and lots of humor.
  8. TheZeroPercent
    Apr 23, 2014
    10
    I've been looking for a 'new show', I've watched TONS of highly rated, pilots and early episodes, but this, this is THAT show! Some shows just have "that magic".
  9. Smee
    Apr 16, 2014
    10
    Most realistic police story ever.Who wrote this awesome story? .it's strange writers were able to expand dark nature of humans and choices they made and put it in to a TV show.This is way better than true detective and in the same league of Sherlock.When you watch it you don't feel like they acting.
  10. Chaz779
    Apr 21, 2014
    10
    After watching the pilot episode, I find it hard to believe that they will make the rest of the season as consistently good as the first episode. It is probably the best pilot episode ever made. But if somehow they manage this, it will be a triumph!
  11. CapnAwesome
    Nov 5, 2015
    10
    Truly an amazing TV show. Billy Bob Thornton did a fantastic job playing the role of Lorne Malvo, who is one of the most interesting and mischievous villains I have seen on any TV show. The score fits extremely well into the show and helps build tension and give more feel to scenes. While being a more serious drama, the writing is very well done and comedy is nicely infused to give theTruly an amazing TV show. Billy Bob Thornton did a fantastic job playing the role of Lorne Malvo, who is one of the most interesting and mischievous villains I have seen on any TV show. The score fits extremely well into the show and helps build tension and give more feel to scenes. While being a more serious drama, the writing is very well done and comedy is nicely infused to give the audience some nice chuckles. An absolute must watch TV show!… Expand
  12. Ravens1294
    Dec 27, 2015
    10
    A brilliant show filled with fantastic writing, direction, and acting. The story was wonderful and the show is ever so funny and ridiculous. Brilliant show.
  13. JCouch777
    Apr 16, 2014
    10
    Although very different from the movie, this show looks and feels the same. It still captures that dark, comedic tone of the original and tells a new story heavily influenced by the film. Everything in Fargo just makes sense. I love it.
  14. chidime
    Apr 23, 2016
    10
    Excellent! Not very often I give a TV series a 10, but this deserves it (Actually give it a 9.8 but 10 will do). The show is just well written and thought-out. So many shows seem like they think of the episodes on the go (see How To Get Away With Murder, and a host of others) but this show has such a cohesive plot, it's hard to pick at it. Sure, some parts have minor plot-holes (like howExcellent! Not very often I give a TV series a 10, but this deserves it (Actually give it a 9.8 but 10 will do). The show is just well written and thought-out. So many shows seem like they think of the episodes on the go (see How To Get Away With Murder, and a host of others) but this show has such a cohesive plot, it's hard to pick at it. Sure, some parts have minor plot-holes (like how lucky some characters are in some situations, or how convenient a few situations are) but these are very minimal in this show. The show could be a little dark and sadistic for some, but that adds to it's realness and makes me love it the more. A must watch. now time to binge season 2.… Expand
  15. Jamison12
    May 31, 2014
    10
    I diligently have tried to find a copy of the movie but haven't been able to find it, so I gave the series a chance. Fargo is very cunning. A series lead by the Coen masterminds, Fargo stars Martin Sheen as a loser insurance salesman whose life cracks in just a couple of days thanks to a drifter names Malvo (Billy Bob Thornton) as a series of murders are cleverly covered up, two cops MollyI diligently have tried to find a copy of the movie but haven't been able to find it, so I gave the series a chance. Fargo is very cunning. A series lead by the Coen masterminds, Fargo stars Martin Sheen as a loser insurance salesman whose life cracks in just a couple of days thanks to a drifter names Malvo (Billy Bob Thornton) as a series of murders are cleverly covered up, two cops Molly (Allison Tolman) and Gus (Colin Hanks) help each other out to bring the murderers to justice. Fargo is eerily creepy and psychotic to the point where it is interesting. Truly we have found a suitable replacement for Breaking Bad.… Expand
  16. Alburkha
    Jun 18, 2014
    10
    This is the best show that I've ever seen. The writing was incredibly good, the direction was amazing, the cinematography was incredible, the acting was outstanding, etc. The story was so rich that each episode left me satisfied, and the amount of throwbacks to Coen Bro's films was really interesting. The writing goes so much deeper than what can be seen in each episode, and you reallyThis is the best show that I've ever seen. The writing was incredibly good, the direction was amazing, the cinematography was incredible, the acting was outstanding, etc. The story was so rich that each episode left me satisfied, and the amount of throwbacks to Coen Bro's films was really interesting. The writing goes so much deeper than what can be seen in each episode, and you really have to peruse the forums (I like reddit.com/r/fargotv) in order to get the full meaning behind everything. Terrific show. Mark my words -- this will not be topped for years to come.… Expand
  17. MJKPSTAN
    Jun 27, 2014
    10
    A chilling dark comedy that is a stroke of genius. Noah Hawley has created something very special with Fargo, based in the same universe as the 90s classic. Billy Bob Thornton is excellent in this almost perfect show, as is Martin Freeman, Allison Tolman, Jokey King and Collin Hanks. 9.710 for Fargo.
  18. Joshd
    Apr 16, 2014
    10
    Its really great. Like the movie it has that dark comedic undertone all the while keeping serious. The writing is superb, the acting is also very good due to the casting choices being spot on. I love this show and cannot wait to see more of it.
  19. Cyanide17
    Jun 25, 2014
    10
    Easily my favorite show of all time. I've watched and seen over 40 shows fully through and this is the best. Excellent storytelling, acting, and pace. Billy Bob Thornton plays the best character in any show ever. You will love this show.
  20. silasbodnick
    Apr 16, 2014
    10
    We've been talking about this for years now, but it's a sad state of affairs when the first episode of a TV season is better than 90% of all movies released in a given year. This is truly superb stuff. Brilliant casting, serious as a heart attack, and yet has the light comedic touches of the film. They certainly didn't waste any time getting into the nasty bits.
  21. shishir2730
    May 8, 2014
    10
    FARGO is now 4 episodes old and I am already into it, completely hooked up. The story is intense and brilliant. It will end up being one of the best shows ever. Malvo will be crowned as one of the best villain ever. For people who has not started watching this amazing show, buy yourself some time and watch this.
  22. amelia104
    May 5, 2014
    10
    Maybe the best pilot yet. Totally enjoyable from beginning to end. I'm not Billy Bob's biggest fan but he was perfect in this part. If you don't enjoy this show you better stick to The Kids Network or something like The View.
  23. thehawk
    May 21, 2014
    10
    Perfect casting except for the South African or Australia bit role in the Chinese restaurant, great location, plot keeps moving along and like Game Of Thrones, the dumb get killed. What else could you want?
    It's gonna be a tragedy if Lorne Malvo doesn't make it to Season 2.
  24. iought2bworking
    May 7, 2014
    10
    I've never seen a television remake of a successful movie that is true to the original. It only took one episode to hook both my husband and I. If I didn't know better, I would bet that the Coen brothers themselves were producing this quirky, thought provoking escape from reality. Not only does this show require your attention to track the interwoven plots and characters, but also makes itI've never seen a television remake of a successful movie that is true to the original. It only took one episode to hook both my husband and I. If I didn't know better, I would bet that the Coen brothers themselves were producing this quirky, thought provoking escape from reality. Not only does this show require your attention to track the interwoven plots and characters, but also makes it a necessity to watch every week in order to keep track of the back stories, flash backs and homage the incidents in the movie. It's right up there with Lost.… Expand
  25. keatyisking
    May 28, 2014
    10
    fantastic incredible unbelievably brilliant show with top class acting and script. this is the best show i have seen .the story is said to be true but i find it hard to believe, even so the story is told so well and the script is so humorous that the entertainment value is immence.love it!!!
  26. Jill_C
    Jun 3, 2014
    10
    Fargo captured my attention with its first episode and has turned into can’t-miss-it TV. Not since Walter White of Breaking Bad entered my life have I so fervently hoped for a good outcome for a deeply flawed character – Lester Nygaard. Martin Freeman is wonderful as the submissive, subservient husband and life insurance salesman. Even though he is doing bad, bad things, I am rooting forFargo captured my attention with its first episode and has turned into can’t-miss-it TV. Not since Walter White of Breaking Bad entered my life have I so fervently hoped for a good outcome for a deeply flawed character – Lester Nygaard. Martin Freeman is wonderful as the submissive, subservient husband and life insurance salesman. Even though he is doing bad, bad things, I am rooting for him to not get caught. While the show is loosely based upon the Coen brothers’ movie, there are enough twists and turns that it feels very fresh. Billy Bob Thornton as Lorne Malvo is brilliant as the quietly-menacing villain, although he’s rocking a very bad set of bangs. The show ranges from laugh-out-loud humor to deeply disturbing often within seconds of each other. The entire cast is superb, even Kate Walsh whom I normally can’t stand. This show has the quirks and dark humor of the original movie with enough new storyline to keep you guessing.… Expand
  27. anscott742
    Jun 12, 2014
    10
    Awesome show! I really like the writing and the story it is awesome. I am really surprised I like it because I did not like the movie because I thought it was stupid and I did not like the writing, or story, so nice job writers of Fargo.
  28. StephenD
    Jun 13, 2014
    10
    I must say I never inspected this serie was going to be that good but that makes it even better. The first episode was amazing and that's only the beginning. If you are person like me that watch a lot of series but aren't caught away with some cheesy storyline than I advice you to watch Fargo. It's so well written and with small touch of comedy, this serie is worth a 10.
  29. Ljones263
    Jun 18, 2014
    10
    I don't even watch TV and the show was awesome. If you like the movie you'll absolutely, love the show When Billy Bob Thornton died, I was heartbroken!! Fantastic show, please don't end!!
  30. mjkelly93
    Jun 18, 2014
    10
    Absolutely amazing. Thorough character development. Excellent plot. Awesome acting all around.

    Best show ive seen outside of pay per view channels since breaking bad. Easy 10/10
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Metascore
85

Universal acclaim - based on 40 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 40
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 40
  3. Negative: 0 out of 40
  1. The New Yorker
    Reviewed by: Emily Nussbaum
    Jun 25, 2014
    40
    Only a fool would deny Fargo’s polish and verve, its stylized razzle-dazzle. But, for me at least, after a year of gulping down chili peppers, it takes more to make a meal.
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  2. The Oregonian
    Reviewed by: Kristi Turnquist
    Jun 24, 2014
    80
    The setting is convincingly snowy and wintry (it was filmed in Calgary, Canada), the writing is clever, and the actors are outstanding.
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  3. The Wrap
    Reviewed by: Diane Garrett
    Apr 15, 2014
    80
    At times, however, Hawley goes a little too heavy on the quirk, and Thornton, who last regularly appeared on TV in the John Ritter political comedy “Hearts Afire” in the early 1990s, overly indulges in that smirk. Bits between mob enforcers Mr. Numbers (Adam Goldberg) and Mr. Wrench (Russell Harvard) also wear out their welcome. The overall quality of TV's Fargo is high.
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