Fargo

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Season 4
  • Network: FX
  • Series Premiere Date: Apr 15, 2014
Season #: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
User Score
5.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 86 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 39 out of 86
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 86
  3. Negative: 34 out of 86
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  1. jgarrett81
    Sep 28, 2020
    0
    Fargo the film and 1st 3 seasons of the TV show are collectively an American Treasure. It seems like season 4 was hijacked by a group of junior high students, this is probably the worst writing and acting I’ve ever encountered. What is this garbage? Don’t watch this - watch the movie and the first 3 seasons of the show and just pretend it all ends there - like I wish I did.
  2. CharlieHustle16
    Sep 28, 2020
    0
    Was bored at the moment they stomped their feet. Why? It’s so forced, unrealistic, corny, and kind of dumb, to be honest. It’s very formulaic and of course the set and characters look like you’re making a movie about this time. That’s not a compliment. Just put the effort into the content instead of getting cute with split screens and boring dialogue. It’s like you watch this to say youWas bored at the moment they stomped their feet. Why? It’s so forced, unrealistic, corny, and kind of dumb, to be honest. It’s very formulaic and of course the set and characters look like you’re making a movie about this time. That’s not a compliment. Just put the effort into the content instead of getting cute with split screens and boring dialogue. It’s like you watch this to say you watched it and go on about how great it is but deep down everyone is lying to each other. I applaud the move to get a more diverse cast but it’s doesn’t necessarily make the actual content better. It’s just not compelling enough to see what happens in the story. Bummer.… Expand
  3. Maxgallow
    Sep 28, 2020
    1
    What happened? This show used to be dark, hilarious, and well written. This new season? Not so much It was apparent from the first episode, they were not following the quirky formula of the previous seasons. It is still well-acted, and Chris Rock is terrific, but the story is uninspired, and frankly, boring. It is simply just not Fargo-esque. I Could not connect with nor did I careWhat happened? This show used to be dark, hilarious, and well written. This new season? Not so much It was apparent from the first episode, they were not following the quirky formula of the previous seasons. It is still well-acted, and Chris Rock is terrific, but the story is uninspired, and frankly, boring. It is simply just not Fargo-esque. I Could not connect with nor did I care about any of the characters. I could not for the life of me think of a reason to watch any more episodes when there are so many great shows out there.… Expand
  4. chrisothen
    Dec 1, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So many missed opportunities! Boring and strange story with few entertaining moments. I liked the nurses's storyline, but there were so many other scenes which will leave you unsatisfied. They makers seemed to be very interested in making this series about racism, but failed to deliver on any other parts. It is preachy at best and not worthy of the brand name "Fargo"

    Oh yeah, and the ending is stupid, too.    … Expand
  5. Mindurbidniss
    Jul 1, 2021
    2
    Doesn't even feel like Fargo. Also with the exception of Rock, the entire show seems poorly miscast. Some of the worst performances seen on the series in a long time are seen here from Salvatore Esposito and Karen Aldridge. The first two seasons were some of the best in television. This is a far fall from grace that should've had an entirely different title.
  6. omid455
    Mar 31, 2021
    3
    Nothing like the first 3 seasons. It maybe an ok TV show on it's own but it isn't definitely Fargo.
  7. thedane9
    Oct 29, 2020
    3
    Far from at the same level as the previous three seasons. Acting is kind of uneven. Dialogue is not good. The storyline is very unclear after the first five episodes. What is this all about? What is the main plot?
    Sorry - but I guess this will be the last season.
  8. Mantloko1
    Feb 28, 2021
    1
    Fargo season 4 is not only complicated and hard to follow but it is extremely boring. The sound quality is atrocious. It sounds like a force 10 hurricane is outside in every scene. Most disappointing nowhere near as good as the previous 3 seasons. To think I was waiting for this I loved Fargo until this disaster. What's it all about?
  9. Bubber
    Nov 7, 2020
    3
    Season 4 is complete trash compared to the previous 3 seasons. Avoid, not worth your time.
  10. Inu_xela
    Nov 3, 2020
    2
    By Fargo standards the cast feels off a lot of the time with few exceptions, like Timothy Olyphant or Glynn Turman.
    There is too much lame grotesque and flat predictable acting in this season.
    Every time Chris Rock acts emotionally, I cant help but wait for some kind of punchline and audience laughter.
    I just don't buy this drama.
  11. akris_met
    Dec 3, 2020
    2
    Performance is good, but no Fargo story behind. Only gangs. The last episode is disappointing.
  12. irishboy70
    Jan 14, 2021
    1
    Where to start. Sat down with great expectation to another season of Fargo after long wait. Unfortunately watched the first 2 episodes and it was truly dreadful, awful. Terrible sound quality, boring and uninteresting plot and characters. A total yawn fest. Not going to watch. Its frankly rubbish.
  13. Dadadonald
    Jan 22, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Spoiler alert! You're going to turn it off after 2.5 episodes. This season is f*cking sh*t.… Expand
  14. helohe
    Feb 13, 2021
    0
    Season 1-3 are great and then comes the big disappointment that is Season 4. Season 4 deserves 0 points. This season is a big departure both in terms of story telling and acting from the previous seasons. The actress who plays the nurse is just annoying. The story does not really hold together. Feels more like some ideas thrown together without much structure. E'myri Crutchfield isSeason 1-3 are great and then comes the big disappointment that is Season 4. Season 4 deserves 0 points. This season is a big departure both in terms of story telling and acting from the previous seasons. The actress who plays the nurse is just annoying. The story does not really hold together. Feels more like some ideas thrown together without much structure. E'myri Crutchfield is probably the only good actress here.… Expand
  15. Idiota150
    Oct 5, 2020
    0
    I'm just wondering when they're gonna start singing and dancing in this overly stylized and silly musical.
  16. Realitycheck77
    Oct 19, 2020
    0
    Boring. Tries WAY too hard. Annoying editing. Chris Rock is a HORRIBLE choice for his part. Nothing like previous seasons. Don’t waste your time.
  17. Fyend
    Sep 29, 2020
    0
    I love Chris Rock's comedy but the man can't act and neither can Jason Schwartzman who is as annoying as ever. If that guy wasn't part of the Copolla clan he'd never get work.
  18. Masterkilla
    Sep 28, 2020
    1
    For as long as it took for it to finally be brought to light it most certainly was not worth the wait, yes it has stars in this series but to see and take Chris Rock seriously as a tough guy is just really really hard to take serious, is not dark or funny or anything barely that resembles a Fargo series, lazy pathetic writing and directing coming from the creater of the series Noah HawleyFor as long as it took for it to finally be brought to light it most certainly was not worth the wait, yes it has stars in this series but to see and take Chris Rock seriously as a tough guy is just really really hard to take serious, is not dark or funny or anything barely that resembles a Fargo series, lazy pathetic writing and directing coming from the creater of the series Noah Hawley so it pretty much sets the pace of what's to be expected from the rest of the episodes, they should of left this series on the shelf were it has been and belongs.… Expand
  19. abm0
    Nov 30, 2020
    5
    Watchable with a little fast-forwarding here and there, but oh boy was this a disappointment vs. S1 and S3, it was even weaker than the previously weakest season 2. Too many characters, too many threads, too many slow expositional scenes, no satisfactory conclusion anywhere in sight.
  20. Fati95
    Sep 30, 2020
    8
    Is it different from the previous seasons? Yes, but it feels fresh and so far it has so much potential. Can't wait to see more episodes.
  21. ismacinefilo
    Sep 28, 2020
    10
    It was good, not perfect but good after all. Not as bad as i expected after that reviews came out. Give it a chance.
  22. capecod114
    Oct 5, 2020
    10
    Noah Hawley continues his extraordinary franchise with yet another masterpiece. Any fear that Chris Rock was going to have to carry the series on his own is quickly alleviated as another stunning ensemble cast is introduced. Production design, costumes, score and cinematography are all unparalleled.
  23. jackaz15
    Dec 2, 2020
    9
    Season four of Fargo is its darkest yet -- it's more inspired by other Coen flicks such as Miller's Crossing and Barton Fink than the original film. Admittedly, it seems impenetrable to casual viewers due to uneven pacing, verbose storytelling, and some serious sound mixing problems. However, devoted fans should instantly be enamored with its ambitious themes, terrific cast, darkSeason four of Fargo is its darkest yet -- it's more inspired by other Coen flicks such as Miller's Crossing and Barton Fink than the original film. Admittedly, it seems impenetrable to casual viewers due to uneven pacing, verbose storytelling, and some serious sound mixing problems. However, devoted fans should instantly be enamored with its ambitious themes, terrific cast, dark atmosphere, astonishing cinematography, and memorable characters.… Expand
  24. AndreasMannen
    Nov 30, 2020
    10
    Season 4 is terrific, it starts a bit slow, but builds up nicely. Great characters, great story.
  25. Bruceleonis
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Don’t be fazed by the negative reviews. This a classic and sticks true to the Fargo formula. Must watch for all day 1 Fargo fans
  26. brockcheese
    Oct 1, 2020
    7
    These first two episodes of season 4 are already indicating that we are in for another compelling season of television. However so far this season hasn’t captured the magic of the previous three.
  27. web0rama
    Dec 2, 2020
    7
    Narratively different but thematically identical to any other Fargo entry, season 4 isn't as strong as it's earlier counterparts but still delivers a worthwhile story put together in an interesting way.
  28. Ascospore
    Jan 1, 2021
    9
    Five out of ten is way too harsh a score for a pretty good season four. It's the most contrived season but still very entertaining.
  29. BijeliRajko
    May 22, 2021
    10
    I love it!! Fargo, season 4 is awesome. I am amazed with their acting. I especially like the names of characters in the show. Every name is very unusual.
  30. Winterstree
    Apr 4, 2023
    6
    The season started off so promising, but it ended up being just one monologue after another. People don't stop to tell stories every five seconds in real life. It feels like Hawley is stuck in a one-note orchestra.

    The acting wasn't that great this season, despite an amazing cast on paper. A side note, which does not affect my score: the entire message of the season appears to be    The season started off so promising, but it ended up being just one monologue after another. People don't stop to tell stories every five seconds in real life. It feels like Hawley is stuck in a one-note orchestra.

    The acting wasn't that great this season, despite an amazing cast on paper.

    A side note, which does not affect my score: the entire message of the season appears to be that white people are evil, and women are superior to men. A theme of equality, ironically, gives way to the reverse.    … Expand

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Metascore
68

Generally favorable reviews - based on 37 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 37
  3. Negative: 2 out of 37
  1. i
    Reviewed by: Gwendolyn Smith
    Dec 3, 2021
    60
    In general though, the opening was weighed down with scene setting and favoured style over substance.
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  2. Empire
    Reviewed by: Ian Freer
    Sep 20, 2021
    80
    Four seasons in and Fargo is still as strong as ever, a sprawling gangland feud delivered with bravura filmmaking. It’s a lot to get your head round but, skilfully played by a pitch-perfect cast, it’s well worth the effort.
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  3. The Guardian
    Reviewed by: Rebecca Nicholson
    May 10, 2021
    60
    Given that Fargo has always stood out, it is strange that it seems to be settling for blending in.
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