Fargo

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Season 3
  • Network: FX
  • Series Premiere Date: Apr 15, 2014
Season #: 4, 3, 2, 1
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8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 395 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 23 out of 395
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  1. PerryM
    Jan 11, 2018
    10
    Amazing work. very engaging and interesting story. beautiful cinematography, great characters, wise choice of music. I loved V.M Varga and every single dialogue he said. exceptional work really.
  2. shepard86
    Jun 3, 2017
    10
    It's getting intense now with every new episode.
    What people here seem to forget is how an arc of suspense actually works. Of course it has to build momentum over a span of episodes. Christ, folks these days just seem to watch the dumbest **** and expect this to be the same.
    This, however, is art. Take the music, it's central to the theatrical orchestration, so carefully selected. Key    It's getting intense now with every new episode.
    What people here seem to forget is how an arc of suspense actually works. Of course it has to build momentum over a span of episodes. Christ, folks these days just seem to watch the dumbest **** and expect this to be the same.
    This, however, is art. Take the music, it's central to the theatrical orchestration, so carefully selected. Key scenes just shine and leave the viewer in awe, the brilliance that this is not another show set in a big city, but in a part of the country where folks don't lock their front doors even in this decade.
    It has every last bit of grandeur of the previous seasons crafted into the details, and if you are unable to grasp that, you're probably better of with the mindless poor excuses for shows now garnering solid 8.0/10.0 ratings...    … Expand
  3. jonnybgoode
    May 22, 2017
    9
    Third Season is just as fun, refreshing and original as the first, an amazing feat considering that each season has a different story. . Never tire of the location and characters. Bravo. 8.7 stars
  4. JorgeLestre
    Apr 20, 2017
    10
    The amazing thing about 'Fargo' is that it continues to be fresh even if its structure remains the same throughout seasons. Hawley has the cunning talent of the Coen Brothers and the boldness of Tarantino and that's what makes him a compelling writer and director.
  5. dylan111
    Apr 26, 2017
    10
    Once again Fargo does not disappoint. From its opening scene in Germany until its closing seconds it captures your attention and does not let go. As usual the writing, acting, cinematography, and music are all superb. I'm definitely looking forward to the next nine weeks.
  6. brockcheese
    Apr 19, 2017
    9
    This season already got off to a great start, leading with incredibly interesting characters and a plot that emphasizes the juxtaposition between midwestern politeness and true crime.
  7. pamwest
    May 18, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Last Week's episode of Fargo: Into the Fire put the bow into the tie, which connects it to seasons one and two. While no Solverson's have appeared yet, nor any Fargo, syndicate hit men, we are starting to see the themes, variations and parallels, which have been Hawley hallmarks of previous two seasons. We have steady, unassuming cop, Gloria, trying to solve a crime and a dismissive, new boss pushing her to "move along cause there's nothing to see here." We have identity switches, mistakes and not one but two evil entities: a female tigress, named, Nikki, who is transforming a likable, looser named, Ray Stussy, into her evil twin and an insidious, evil virus, named V. M. Vargas infecting the life of Emmitt Stussy, Ray's calculating twin brother.

    I normally do not comment on this show: there is no need too. No one complained at all about seasons' one or two; however, so many reviewers have questioned this season's slow pace and bemoaned that Gloria is flat compared to Solverson clan: Molly, her dad and Grand- Paw, Hank.
    Gloria, like Molly, is a smart cop from a small town, who is underestimated, unappreciated and unassuming she is pushed aside by others. Glory sticks to her guns when others are telling her to pack it in. However, Glory is quieter and more contemplative than Molly. Which, at first, may make her seem flat; however, over the first four episodes, we learn Gloria is reserved. She mostly listens and watches others rather than interject herself into situations. We also learn early on Gloria is also dealing with a divorce; her husband has left her for another man. So, a less observant viewer could easily see a flat-line whenever Gloria is on camera.
    Yet, make no mistake, Gloria has a heartbeat. She loves her son and even feels duty bound to her step-father, Ennis Stussy, after her mom dies. Even though Ennis barks at her at times, she and her son have dinner with him on a regular basis. She tells her son in some many words: hey, he was married to my mom, ya know. We see this duty turned into to dogged determination once she finds Ennis murdered. Gloria returns Ennis' house because her son forgot the birthday present, "Grand-Dad," made him. From that moment on, Gloria moves calmly but assuredly into Sheriff mode after she finds Ennis dead in the, kitchen tied to a chair, suffocated: his nose and mouth sealed with super glue and his house ransacked by an assailant looking for something.

    Gloria will only feel released from this duty once she finds his killer. This could get complicated because Gloria's Eden Valley police department is being absorbed into the County, and she will have a new boss. Hearkening back to season one, Gloria's new boss blows into town, takes one look at her tiny department, chides her shoddy policing because she has not embraced computers and still uses file cabinets. He takes one look and dismisses her as a lousy cop. He promises to return, however, with a new organizational plan, which includes forcing Gloria to embrace technology as his, new authority. Here, when begin to we see the brilliance of Hawley's character creation and plot line come together. In the first two seasons, the Solverson Clan is mocked by big city or county police officers because, their small-town values can't solve modern problems.
    Now, Gloria now finds herself in the same boat. Even though she has been Eden Valley's Sheriff for a while with no complaints, she is pushed aside. She is invisible. In fact, Noah Hawley, takes his theme of small town people and values as invisible to the "real evil" and "progress" to a new level when he takes Gloria from figurative invisibility and changes it into literally invisibility: from the first episode, we learn sensor, technology ignores Gloria or fails to sense her presence.

    Gloria can't walk through automatic doors, use a cell phone, without it dropping or even get soap from a sensor dispenser or dry her hands under a motion, activated hand dryer. Maybe, Gloria relies on her own senses, instincts and old-fashioned detective work because it has always worked in the past, so why fix something Gloria doesn't see as broke. Remember, last year, Ed told Peggy she was always trying to fix things and sometimes there is nothing broken. I'll talk about Peg Blomquist in a few moments. Then again, it might just be that technology has been no friend to her! Hawley hammers this point once more as Gloria's job as Sheriff disappears with the county takeover of her office and she is caught in the undertow of "Modernization."

    However, Gloria cannot worry about her disappearing job, or identity. She has a murder to solve. Someone has killed her step-dad and she intends to find the murderer. Perhaps the slow space of the show so far is mirroring Gloria's steady, methodical policing and her personality.    … Expand
  8. FredinToronto
    May 30, 2017
    9
    Love it! Fargo does it again. There is a perfect mix of comedy and cringe delivered by an outstanding cast. Tune in for the ridiculous and feel its chill.
  9. fioraaaaar3
    Apr 21, 2017
    10
    This tv series is a masterpiece, actors are great, dialogues are good and I mean really good. Fargo the movie is a complete masterpiece and all the three seasons are great, especially this one which offers everything !
  10. RRM1000
    Apr 26, 2017
    10
    The first season was great, the second was even better, and judging from the first episode of season 3, it has actually surpassed my high expectations and looks like it's going to be the best season of the lot.

    Ewan Mcgregor is brilliant (times two) and the supporting cast is superb too. Everything about this show, from the art direction, dialogue, and the brilliant soundtrack and the    The first season was great, the second was even better, and judging from the first episode of season 3, it has actually surpassed my high expectations and looks like it's going to be the best season of the lot.

    Ewan Mcgregor is brilliant (times two) and the supporting cast is superb too. Everything about this show, from the art direction, dialogue, and the brilliant soundtrack and the way the music fits the scene (the bridge tournament and the house invasion in particular) simply oozes class. Noah Hawley is a genius: Fargo and Legion are two of the best series ever created IMHO. Cannot wait for the next episode!    … Expand
  11. jamess
    Apr 28, 2017
    10
    From the "how can they make Fargo a series?" first season, to the "can they repeat their success" season two, to the "can they three-peat" season three, Noah Hawley has taken the "Fargo universe" and created unique and fascinating television. Key is the brilliant writing, directing, cinematography, and last but not least, the cast. Like season two, this season has an Elmore Leonard (GetFrom the "how can they make Fargo a series?" first season, to the "can they repeat their success" season two, to the "can they three-peat" season three, Noah Hawley has taken the "Fargo universe" and created unique and fascinating television. Key is the brilliant writing, directing, cinematography, and last but not least, the cast. Like season two, this season has an Elmore Leonard (Get Shorty, Justified, etc.) feel to it, with average people being pulled into extra-ordinary circumstances revolving around money, greed and murder. Ewan McGregor is better than ever as the Stussy brothers, and Carrie Coon and, especially Mary Elizabeth Winstead shine. Like Ryan Murphy's recent Feud, this is appointment television to savor and enjoy.… Expand
  12. drlowdon
    Aug 8, 2017
    8
    Fargo’s third season still carries all the hallmarks that give the show such a unique feel and, as a result, it remains an interesting and entertaining watch throughout. Compared to the first two seasons however the plot lacks a little focus and the characters aren’t quite as well written meaning overall it’s not quite as memorable.
  13. chidime
    Jun 26, 2017
    9
    Really good season. I definitely preferred it to the 2nd, but the first season is still hands down the best. It has all the elements of a Fargo season: crazy co-incidence, cops really good at their job, cops really bad at their jobs trying to stop the ones that are good from doing their jobs properly, some really nasty and repulsive bad guys, and not to forget the best element: death - ofReally good season. I definitely preferred it to the 2nd, but the first season is still hands down the best. It has all the elements of a Fargo season: crazy co-incidence, cops really good at their job, cops really bad at their jobs trying to stop the ones that are good from doing their jobs properly, some really nasty and repulsive bad guys, and not to forget the best element: death - of all kinds. Looking forward to the next one.… Expand
  14. kxng
    Jun 15, 2017
    10
    This season of Fargo has been special, quite like the others. Season 1 & 2 are among 2 of my favorite seasons of Television ever and Season 3 has been no exception. The cast is brilliant as always, my 3 main highlights being David Thewlis as VM Varga, one of the most interesting villains I can remember on TV, Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Nikki Swango who has been simply amazing and hasThis season of Fargo has been special, quite like the others. Season 1 & 2 are among 2 of my favorite seasons of Television ever and Season 3 has been no exception. The cast is brilliant as always, my 3 main highlights being David Thewlis as VM Varga, one of the most interesting villains I can remember on TV, Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Nikki Swango who has been simply amazing and has brilliantly developed throughout the course of the season and of course Ewan McGregor playing the amazing dual roles of Emmit & Ray Stussy. Beyond just the characters the plot is what really draws me in this season, the layers that cause the plot to continuously thicken as the story progresses are truly beautiful. I truly didn't know what was going to happen next and the motives of many of the characters are left up to question which makes for interesting, on the edge of your seat television. Not to mention the cinematography speaks for itself with beautiful shots showing off the world of Fargo and truly captured me every episode. With only the finale left, Noah Hawley did it again, this season is dark, humorous in all the right places, beautifully shot, has once again, a brilliant cast of characters and the plot never ceases to amaze me as has built up to this finale. 10/10 for me.… Expand
  15. PuffFishTorch28
    May 16, 2017
    10
    I see a lot of people talking about how this season has less engaging characters, but I'm honestly really enjoying it. It's cool to see actors that I wouldn't have expected to find in the Fargo series, and see how the stories for each character develop and interweave. What most people don't understand is that these stories told each season are really webs of interlocking stories, and itI see a lot of people talking about how this season has less engaging characters, but I'm honestly really enjoying it. It's cool to see actors that I wouldn't have expected to find in the Fargo series, and see how the stories for each character develop and interweave. What most people don't understand is that these stories told each season are really webs of interlocking stories, and it doesn't always jump right into it. Sometimes it takes time for the characters to find each other, and the plot to develop. My only complaint is that we have yet too see how this season ties into the earlier two, though that could change. It's possible they wanted to do something fresh and new, unconstrained stories from past seasons. Either way, it's an ensemble cast with excellent execution. To those who find themselves disappointed in the earlier episodes, give it a chance to unfold in its entirety and see if you still feel the same way about it.… Expand
  16. eagleeyeviking
    Aug 4, 2017
    8
    By deeply exploring the rift between what is true and what isn't, Fargo dives into philosophical levels more than it has so in its previous two seasons. While the acting, scriptwriting, themes, and cinematography are exemplary, the narrative momentum simply takes too long to accumulate.
  17. daviddelnorte23
    Aug 24, 2017
    10
    Hawley es un guionista de televisión brillante. Creador de Fargo serie. La primera temporada nos sorprendió a todos. La segunda lo superó. La tercera, ¡VUELVE HACERLO! Parecía imposible superar la S02 pero este genio lo hizo, lo que ya no es casualidad y le convierte en uno de los grandes del medio. Para mí, esta es la MEJOR temporada de Fargo. ¿Porqué? No porque la trama sea mejor ni moleHawley es un guionista de televisión brillante. Creador de Fargo serie. La primera temporada nos sorprendió a todos. La segunda lo superó. La tercera, ¡VUELVE HACERLO! Parecía imposible superar la S02 pero este genio lo hizo, lo que ya no es casualidad y le convierte en uno de los grandes del medio. Para mí, esta es la MEJOR temporada de Fargo. ¿Porqué? No porque la trama sea mejor ni mole más sino simplemente porque contando lo mismo que las otras dos, tratando la condición humana, lo peor del ser esta temporada lo cuenta todavía de forma más madura, oscura y dura. Esta temporada he acabado algunos episodios reventado y tremendamente dolido, porque hay escenas en esta tercera que duelen, que como espectador te duelen profundamente y eso lo consiguen pocas series/películas. Algunos capítulos como el tercero, el quinto o el octavo son buen ejemplo de ello. Los personajes son fascinantes y el ¿antagonista? no es mejor que Malmo pero es muy inquietante y a la vez fascinante y repulsivo. Yo he vibrado con pocas, poquisimas temporadas más que con esta tercera de Fargo. Porque sí, esto es mucha CANELA.… Expand
  18. sacredninja
    Sep 12, 2017
    10
    Beautifully shot, wonderfully acted, and a damn good time. Hawley does it again this year putting a new spin on the "THIS IS A TRUE STORY" line shown at the beginning of each episode. It is a philosophical deep dive into our current society and the concept of truth and how subjective it can be. The villains this year are pure evil, especially David Thewlis' disgusting V.M. Varga, and theBeautifully shot, wonderfully acted, and a damn good time. Hawley does it again this year putting a new spin on the "THIS IS A TRUE STORY" line shown at the beginning of each episode. It is a philosophical deep dive into our current society and the concept of truth and how subjective it can be. The villains this year are pure evil, especially David Thewlis' disgusting V.M. Varga, and the wonderfully psychotic Meemo played by Andy Yu. The cop character is a staple for the Fargo series, and there is no shortage here. Carrie Coon plays a soon-not-to-be chief of the Eden Valley PD named Gloria Burgle. She has a tough time this season, I'll tell you that much. There are also different supporting police characters like Donny Mashman, Winnie Lopez, and the not-so-supportive Moe Dammick. Mary Elizabeth Winstead plays Nikki Swango the lover of Ray Stussy played by Ewan McGregor who also plays Ray's brother Emmit. Got that? With Emmit, comes a man familiar with the Coen Bros universe. Michael Stuhlbarg plays my favorite character in the series, Sy Feltz, the righthand man of Emmit Stussy. All of these characters get caught up in the dangerous and chaotic world of Fargo Season 3.… Expand
  19. ADTruMan
    Jun 17, 2018
    8
    My least favorite of last 2 seasons. It was less entertaining than last 2 seasons. It has more philosophy. It was amazing but little boring as compared to other seasons. Direction and cinematography is the best part of this season. David Thewlis was great but became repetitive and boring in the end. Ewan Mcgregor did great acting. Carrie Coon was great too. Mary Elizabeth did a weak job.
  20. alejandro970
    Jun 14, 2018
    9
    With same wicked style of original movie, concerning a supposed true story that envolves antagonism, blackmail, machiavellism and other things worst. Remarkable David Thewlis as the cynical blackmailer. The end of final chapter leaves many questions with no answer.
  21. Tommyrhogan
    May 17, 2017
    10
    Someone get Noah Hawley to start doing movies. The man is a genius. If this doesnt win all of the emmys then the winner had better be the Citizen Kane of TV.

    The beginning of this season was admittedly a bit confusing a somewhat hard to stomach, but the compelling performances of the main cast, especially Ewan McGregor's mesmerising dual performace, who, if he was playing just one of    Someone get Noah Hawley to start doing movies. The man is a genius. If this doesnt win all of the emmys then the winner had better be the Citizen Kane of TV.

    The beginning of this season was admittedly a bit confusing a somewhat hard to stomach, but the compelling performances of the main cast, especially Ewan McGregor's mesmerising dual performace, who, if he was playing just one of the characters, it would be an impressive feat in and of itself. Thewlis is creepy and mysterious, he plays the first true quintessential villain on the show who makes no effort to be liked, and it's amazing. However, my personal favourites from the ensemble are Carrie Coon's hilariously and relatablely out of touch Gloria and Michael Stuhlbarg's awkward but powerful Sy Feltz who can spin the word 'jeez' into anything he wants.

    Combine that with witty writing, great guest stars and Minnesota, and you have the best show of 2017 so far.    … Expand
  22. jaasieljunior
    Dec 3, 2017
    9
    Após as duas ótimas temporadas de Fargo, a terceira temporada da série veio com um hype gigante e isso acabou surpreendendo alguns fãs de Fargo. o ritmo dos primeiros episódios da temporada é lento ,embora quando terminamos o último episódio da season, você percebe que tudo foi calculado como forma de desenvolvimento . Sem dúvidas,A série não evoluiu ,mas isso não quer dizer que caiuApós as duas ótimas temporadas de Fargo, a terceira temporada da série veio com um hype gigante e isso acabou surpreendendo alguns fãs de Fargo. o ritmo dos primeiros episódios da temporada é lento ,embora quando terminamos o último episódio da season, você percebe que tudo foi calculado como forma de desenvolvimento . Sem dúvidas,A série não evoluiu ,mas isso não quer dizer que caiu extremamente. Apenas ficou estável se comparada com as demais seasons.… Expand
  23. Marvel_Reviews
    Nov 17, 2017
    9
    FARGO IS FRESH!
    'Fargo: Season 3' is an interesting and well-directed show. David Thewlis, Ewan McGregor and Mary Elizabeth Winstead deliver amazing Emmy-worthy performances as their characters. The show is based on true events and deals with issues such as crime and money laundering. 'Fargo: Season 3' is a must-see show! Go watch it now!
  24. GrantD243
    Oct 4, 2018
    8
    Fargo continues to provide us with enthralling, quirky storytelling in season 3 and the cast is absolutely spectacular in this one. Ewan McGregor and Carrie Coon do a great job as always. The production level is top notch as well, almost on par with some big budget movies. And while I don't believe the story of this season is of the same level of quality as season 1, season 3 is stillFargo continues to provide us with enthralling, quirky storytelling in season 3 and the cast is absolutely spectacular in this one. Ewan McGregor and Carrie Coon do a great job as always. The production level is top notch as well, almost on par with some big budget movies. And while I don't believe the story of this season is of the same level of quality as season 1, season 3 is still fantastic television.… Expand

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#11 Best TV Season of 2017
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#24 Most Discussed TV Season of 2017
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#29 Most Shared TV Season of 2017

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Metascore
89

Universal acclaim - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 32
  3. Negative: 0 out of 32
  1. Under The Radar
    Reviewed by: Kyle Mullin
    Apr 28, 2017
    90
    From its dynamic female characters, to its willingness to turn dashing leading men like McGregor into far more fascinating warts and all character actors, to its exquisite (and frequently hilarious) montages about everyday Americana, Fargo's third season is thus far as strong as any of the sterling preceding tales in this snowed in noir universe.
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  2. TV Guide Magazine
    Reviewed by: Matt Roush
    Apr 27, 2017
    100
    One man's bland is another's bliss, don't ya know. That's certainly the case with the third season of Noah Hawley's Fargo franchise, with its delicious recipe of quirky humanism and chilling, shocking violence unaltered by a year's hiatus. [1-14 May 2017, p.19]
  3. Yahoo TV
    Reviewed by: Ken Tucker
    Apr 19, 2017
    90
    As always, however, the pleasures of Fargo derive from the variety of the characters and the clever wordplay they indulge in. ... Coon and Hawley quickly establish the distinctiveness of Gloria’s character: she’s not as polite as Allison Tolman’s Deputy Molly Solverson in season one, nor as tight-lipped serene as Patrick Wilson’s Trooper Lou Solverson in season two.
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