Fargo

[DoctorDodge]

Just watched the first episode tonight, and I loved it so, so much. Here's what I loved about it:


It's not a remake of the film, which is a great first step right there. The TV series and the film share absolutely nothing in plot. What they do share, however, is a great deal in tone and atmosphere: there's quirky characters, some gorgeous snow blanketed scenery and of course, some very, very dark humour mixed with violence throughout. This is the kind of tv adaptation I'd love to see happen more: something that avoids telling a story that a previous film or TV series did so well and instead tell a story all of its own while keeping the core elements of what made the original work so successful, which in most cases is the exact opposite what most remakes do.
Some really strong performances, including from Billy Bob Thornton as the mysterious stranger who arrives in a town to create some very evil mischief (the kind of story I always enjoy, which is why Needful Things is next on my 'to read' list), and of course what drew me to the show in the first place, Martin Freeman. It's interesting watching him here, as in some ways, it's a great deal similar to previous comedic performances, including oddly enough The Office, as he can be so fucking hilarious with just a single look, but there's also a great deal different here, as the incredibly wound up insurance salesman he plays here commits some truly terrible actions. It says a lot that even in the most terrible moments, you still end up finding yourself some sympathy towards him, a testament to both the quality of the writing and Freeman's acting.
The first episode alone is just cracking good television, filled with not just great characters and some of the great humour as I mentioned earlier, but also some really nasty shocks and moments you don't see coming. It's fantastic the false sense of security just the first episode provides at times, and it's definitely keeping me glued to the screen to find out what happens next.


It's nice to find a show that comes along that has a great deal of what you're looking for and you just know that you may very well have found another show to add to your "must-watch" list.

So what are everyone else's thoughts on it so far?

[webstar1000]

This show is the next True Dectective in terms of story telling. I hopes many others will follow. We need more TV this is designed to have a start and end... Not be drug out for many seasons. Well done on Fargo!

[Merlin1958]

I'm loving it as well.

[Still Servant]

James, I'm so glad you really enjoyed the first episode. I thought it was great too. I love how it has already taken some turns I wasn't expecting. Most shows would drag a lot of the story out, but they put a lot of it in the pilot.

Webstar is right, I think TV is going to start doing more limited series'. I know it's a lot harder to keep coming up with fresh new ideas, but I prefer that to dragging out some of the shows far past their expiration date. That being said, if Fargo does well, you will see a second season. Probably with new characters and a new story. Very much like True Detective and American Horror Story.

I don't want to change the subject, but FX has some pretty good shows right now. The Americans is a show I'm not sure I've heard anybody talk about here, but it's one of my "must-see" shows each week.

[Merlin1958]

James, I'm so glad you really enjoyed the first episode. I thought it was great too. I love how it has already taken some turns I wasn't expecting. Most shows would drag a lot of the story out, but they put a lot of it in the pilot.

Webstar is right, I think TV is going to start doing more limited series'. I know it's a lot harder to keep coming up with fresh new ideas, but I prefer that to dragging out some of the shows far past their expiration date. That being said, if Fargo does well, you will see a second season. Probably with new characters and a new story. Very much like True Detective and American Horror Story.

I don't want to change the subject, but FX has some pretty good shows right now. The Americans is a show I'm not sure I've heard anybody talk about here, but it's one of my "must-see" shows each week.


"Justified" is on "FX" as well, no? Awesome show and they also sport "SOA".

[CRinVA]

Ditto on Fargo comments - I simply love it! And I am always looking to FX for great shows. SOA started it for me!

[Bev Vincent]

It has some great supporting actors: Kate Walsh was hilarious as the widow, and Bob Odenkirk (Better Call Saul) as the cop with the weak stomach.

[Still Servant]

James, I'm so glad you really enjoyed the first episode. I thought it was great too. I love how it has already taken some turns I wasn't expecting. Most shows would drag a lot of the story out, but they put a lot of it in the pilot.

Webstar is right, I think TV is going to start doing more limited series'. I know it's a lot harder to keep coming up with fresh new ideas, but I prefer that to dragging out some of the shows far past their expiration date. That being said, if Fargo does well, you will see a second season. Probably with new characters and a new story. Very much like True Detective and American Horror Story.

I don't want to change the subject, but FX has some pretty good shows right now. The Americans is a show I'm not sure I've heard anybody talk about here, but it's one of my "must-see" shows each week.


"Justified" is on "FX" as well, no? Awesome show and they also sport "SOA".

Yup. SoA gets tons of attention though. Even Justified has grown in popularity. I think the Americans is under the radar right now.

I love Justified, but this past season was a little uneven if you ask me. Especially the first half. I haven't gotten into SoA yet at this point.

[webstar1000]

James, I'm so glad you really enjoyed the first episode. I thought it was great too. I love how it has already taken some turns I wasn't expecting. Most shows would drag a lot of the story out, but they put a lot of it in the pilot.

Webstar is right, I think TV is going to start doing more limited series'. I know it's a lot harder to keep coming up with fresh new ideas, but I prefer that to dragging out some of the shows far past their expiration date. That being said, if Fargo does well, you will see a second season. Probably with new characters and a new story. Very much like True Detective and American Horror Story.

I don't want to change the subject, but FX has some pretty good shows right now. The Americans is a show I'm not sure I've heard anybody talk about here, but it's one of my "must-see" shows each week.


"Justified" is on "FX" as well, no? Awesome show and they also sport "SOA".

Yup. SoA gets tons of attention though. Even Justified has grown in popularity. I think the Americans is under the radar right now.

I love Justified, but this past season was a little uneven if you ask me. Especially the first half. I haven't gotten into SoA yet at this point.

We seem to have a lot of the same taste in TV... I agree with you on Justified. As for Sons... It is some addictive. I can't wait for the final season. WELL WORTH a watch. Get into man... You will be glad you did!

[Mattrick]

I might watch this eventually, if only for Billy Bob. As for The Americans, the ads do nothing for me.

[Joe315]

Watched the first episode today. Loved it!

[DoctorDodge]

Just watched episode 4. Now, how amazing was that beginning? "God is real."

Since the series was announced, I was hoping that there would be some link to the original film and that the stories would share a universe so to speak. I've been really enjoying the story so far, but I appreciate the link between the two, especially as it's a relatively small link that still answers a major question. Gotta admit, I really appreciate it when completely different stories not only share the same universe, but also give you another perspective on a key event and characters - it's what made me such a massive Dark Tower fan in the first place - so finding out what happened to the money in a very natural and believable way to a main character's story was a plus for me. :)

Gotta say, this show is currently the only current show that I have to sit down and watch every week at the moment. I love the quirky characters, the slow burning, over-arcing plot, and especially the dark humour that nicely reflects the original film. Martin Freeman and Billy Bob Thornton are especially excellent to watch, but all the other performances are great, especially the two hitmen who have silent conversations, those two are hysterical!

[Merlin1958]

Yes, this series has been absolutely wonderful and creepy funny!!!

[Lookwhoitis]

Totally digging Fargo the series!

[RUBE]

To be honest, I wasn't sure if I would like this show after the first episode but it has just been better every week so now I'm hooked. This episode was really great. Where the hell did those fish come from though?

[Merlin1958]

To be honest, I wasn't sure if I would like this show after the first episode but it has just been better every week so now I'm hooked. This episode was really great. Where the hell did those fish come from though?

I have a feeling we will find out next week. This is supposed to be a "True" story. Ain't it amazing how weird life can be at time? I mean, come on!! LOL Being a true story, I wonder what their plans are for the future? Anyone savvy?

[Bev Vincent]

The "based on a true story" thing is a lie! The truth behind Fargo's 'true story' (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/tvandradio/10792814/The-truth-behind-Fargos-true-story.html)

...the opening explanation is an untruth ("The events depicted in this film took place in Minnesota in 1987. At the request of the survivors, the names have been changed. Out of respect for the dead, the rest has been told exactly as it occurred"). But, in the internet dawn of 1996, only a handful of critics decided to check whether such a crime had happened in Minnesota less than a decade earlier. So the myth that Fargo's brutally violent plot really did happen pervaded.

The Coens stuck to the story during the promotion of their film, too. In an interview with Premiere in March 1996, Joel is quoted saying: "we wanted to try something based on a real story, and tell it in a way that was very pared down", before adding that the script was "pretty close" to the actual event.

However, his brother Ethan revealed the truth behind the 'true story' in the introduction to Fargo's published screenplay, the closing sentence of which read: "[the film] aims to be both homey and exotic, and pretends to be true."

[DoctorDodge]

Holy shit, that last episode! How fucking amazing was that?

Seriously, they must've killed off half the fucking cast in that last ep!

I did feel sorry for Don, though. He got massively fucked by Lorne. Not surprising, in fact we've been pretty much expecting it since their strange arrangement began, but still, the way Lorne arranged for him to be killed by fucking cops was brutal.

Really can't wait for the next ep, that's for sure.

[tippy4]

Can somebody explain to me why fish rained from the heavens?

[Lookwhoitis]

Can somebody explain to me why fish rained from the heavens?

I guess there are two perspectives to answer that question: Was it a biblical plague as Stavros Milos the shopping center magnate guy obviously believed?

or was it a tornado sucked up all the fish from a lake and deposited it coincidentally right in dude's path... I forget where I heard that but it is spoken in dialogue somewhere in one of the episodes (maybe even the one following the fish storm). I remember distinctly someone saying that though. It may have been said in the police station. It is very quick and you may have missed it (or perhaps you havent seen that ep yet)

I am REALLY loving this season of Fargo.

I want to watch em all back to back when the season is completed.

[Merlin1958]

To my knowledge they have yet to explain the fish, which is really starting to piss me off. Especially with the one year jump out of nowhere.

[Lookwhoitis]

To my knowledge they have yet to explain the fish, which is really starting to piss me off. Especially with the one year jump out of nowhere.

I heard one of the cops in the police station offer the explanation i said above. "a tornado hit and sucked the fish out of a lake and caused the rain of fish" of course that could be what they THOUGHT caused it and was just watercooler talk

[Lookwhoitis]

Especially with the one year jump out of nowhere.

I feel this really worked. Fargo the series draws parallels with Fargo the movie without them being the same characters. The flash forward is kind of jarring but it was a clever way to get Molly to the same lumbering around, super pregnant state that Marge Gunderson (Frances McDormand) was in the film.

[Merlin1958]

Especially with the one year jump out of nowhere.

I feel this really worked. Fargo the series draws parallels with Fargo the movie without them being the same characters. The flash forward is kind of jarring but it was a clever way to get Molly to the same lumbering around, super pregnant state that Marge Gunderson (Frances McDormand) was in the film.


I guess it was okay the way they FF, it was more that they appeared to have jumped over the fish incident, which to me deserved much more explanation than a casual remark. I don't recall the officers' remark either. I guess we trust they have a game plan as the series has been outstanding thus far.

Just, well I get nervous easy since "Lost" left a real bad taste in my mouth. It's hard to trust TV anymore.

[RUBE]

The fish thing was "explained" on a TV in the background of another scene. The news anchor said the fish were probably picked up by a twister during the storm.

[Merlin1958]

The fish thing was "explained" on a TV in the background of another scene. The news anchor said the fish were probably picked up by a twister during the storm.

Okay, thanks for that.

[DoctorDodge]

Especially with the one year jump out of nowhere.

I feel this really worked. Fargo the series draws parallels with Fargo the movie without them being the same characters. The flash forward is kind of jarring but it was a clever way to get Molly to the same lumbering around, super pregnant state that Marge Gunderson (Frances McDormand) was in the film.

This was something I really appreciated about last week's episode, as well. I also adore how the series has taken this long to get to this parallel, establishing Molly first as the sidekick, essentially, (with the nice little red herring of her partner and his pregnant wife drawing a little parallel with Marge and her husband,) then we had Molly and Gus working together as partners and slowly developing as something a little more than that, and now we see, as you said, the clear parallel to Marge and her rather cute, slightly laid back marriage to her husband. I think taking this long to get to this point and taking the time to establish Molly as very much her own character and not just a Marge copy really helped - seeing the parallel is something to make the audience appreciate it rather than making instant unfavourable comparisons to the original source material. I've said it once, I'll say it again: Fargo is one of the best film-to-TV adaptations I have ever seen.

[Lookwhoitis]

Incredible finale. Wrapped it up o so nicely. This is the best series I have seen in quite a while, no scratch that (since I just watched True Detective a few months ago.) What with these two shows plus Game of Thrones, what an awesome year of episodic tv! :rock:

Hats off to Noah Hawley, he did a bang up job

[RUBE]

This show seemed to get better with each episode. I wasn't sure if I liked it after the first episode but I loved it by the last. I think that shows the strength of the writing that it just kept getting stronger. I didn't know who to cheer for in the Malvo/Lester showdown. It was crazy how much Lester changed in a year but the writing made it believable.

[Merlin1958]

This show seemed to get better with each episode. I wasn't sure if I liked it after the first episode but I loved it by the last. I think that shows the strength of the writing that it just kept getting stronger. I didn't know who to cheer for in the Malvo/Lester showdown. It was crazy how much Lester changed in a year but the writing made it believable.


Yeah, I totally agree. Looking forward to where they take it next year. New Antagonists, but the same law enforcement would be my guess

[DoctorDodge]

Watched the finale on Sunday and absolutely loved it. I think the only complaint I have is that Lester was found out a little too easily, with Molly just stumbling across rather neat little evidence that Lorne made. After all the work she had put into trying to bust Lester, it just seemed a little too easy, imo. But everything else was perfect, I thought. In fact, I loved the whole series, especially the parallels between Gus and Lester, and how after encountering Lorne, each went their own path towards light or darkness. I seriously cannot wait for the blu ray release, so I can watch the whole thing again (not something I often rush out to do, but I just adore the story of this show so much). In the meantime, I might check out True Detective. I've heard a lot of great things about that.

[mae]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFVNi8gUEy4

[Bev Vincent]

Awesome!

[Lauterer]

Cooooool... i loved first series...

[Still Servant]

Such a great cast for the new season of Fargo. I'm a huge fan of Nick Offerman, but I noticed they didn't put his name in the trailer. I hope he's in it a lot. He's so good.

I have a feeling Fargo's season 2 is going to work better than True Detective's season 2.

I love the line from the teaser they released earlier, "Gimme' a chocolate glaze."


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5ZlN__NWq8

[Jon]

"Gimme' a chocolate glaze."



I once saw a porn with that title!!

[Still Servant]

"Gimme' a chocolate glaze."



I once saw a porn with that title!!

:scared:

[Bev Vincent]

For people who like Fargo, there's an upcoming novel called IS FAT BOB DEAD YET? by Stephen Dobyns that has a serious Fargo vibe going on.

[Still Servant]

Funny you should mention that book. I just read about it in Entertainment Weekly and it sounded interesting.

Not to mention it takes place in my home state of Connecticut, which is cool.

[DoctorDodge]

Caught the first episode of the new series. Oh, I'm so glad this show is back. Definitely one of my favourites. I was a little worried that the low reception season 2 of True Detective received would be a bad sign, (not that I watched it, I was certainly in no rush after all the bad reviews,) but despite a whole new cast of characters, it still feels brilliantly Fargo. I love that it still has the cute married couple template (loved seeing little Molly having a story read to her), I loved the moment at the diner that made you think, "Well THAT escalated quickly!", I even loved the ordinary couple with Kirsten Dunst and Meth Damon (let's be honest, it's gonna be a while before he loses that name) getting caught up in it all. I'm certainly excited to see where it's all heading, anyway.

[tippy4]

Meth Damon.....I have to assume that is a Breaking Bad / kind of looks like Matt Damon nichname?

[DoctorDodge]

Yeah, it's a name I've seen a few people use to describe him a few times. And it's really, really hard to stop calling him that.

[Still Servant]

Jesse Plemons. Honestly, I've never really seen the resemblance to Damon dating all the way back to when I first saw him on Friday Night Lights.

I do hear a lot of people referring to him as a Matt Damon clone.

[Lookwhoitis]

Fargo the series is the best show on TV imo. Im so happy it is back and kicking azz.

[Merlin1958]

Great episode once again!!!!

[RUBE]

This show seems to always produce unlike some other series that also have a new story each year.


Who's hungry for some hamburger now?

[Still Servant]

The scene in the diner from the first episode was fantastic in so many ways. I really loved how they kept cutting back to the swinging door as all the shit was going down. Very good editing choice.

[Bev Vincent]

I also liked the scene between Ted Danson and the three Missouri mobsters. Fraught with tension.

[tippy4]

There is no way Danson makes it to the end of the season alive.

[Mattrick]

I gotta.check this show out. I like the eclectic cast I keep seeing in commercials. I'm a huge Jean Smart fan so I'm happy whe found her way into another quality TV show.

[Still Servant]

I gotta.check this show out. I like the eclectic cast I keep seeing in commercials. I'm a huge Jean Smart fan so I'm happy whe found her way into another quality TV show.

I think you'd like it. Actually, it kind of has a Canadian feel. I'm not sure if that makes sense.

[Merlin1958]

I gotta.check this show out. I like the eclectic cast I keep seeing in commercials. I'm a huge Jean Smart fan so I'm happy whe found her way into another quality TV show.

I think you'd like it. Actually, it kind of has a Canadian feel. I'm not sure if that makes sense.

Yes, it sure does. I suppose being just south of the border it makes quite a bit of sense. Good call, Servant!!!


Now go fetch me a "Minnesota Mafia Meatball Hero"!!! LOL LOL

[Jon]

I have missed so much of this. Now...should I wait or the whole series to come out on Netflicks or Hulu or just jump on in?

I was such a fan of the movie!

[Merlin1958]

The seasons are self contained stories, Jon

[Jon]

I suspected as much. I am going to try to catch up to this season.

[Still Servant]

Tonight will be the 3rd episode of the second season. I see no reason why you can't jump in at the start of the season and watch it to completion and then go back and watch season 1. All the episodes for this season are available on the FX app for free (you have to login using your cable provider).

Also, the only story connection between season 1 and 2 is that the daughter of the State Trooper in season 2 is the female sheriff in season 1.

[Merlin1958]

Tonight will be the 3rd episode of the second season. I see no reason why you can't jump in at the start of the season and watch it to completion and then go back and watch season 1. All the episodes for this season are available on the FX app for free (you have to login using your cable provider).

Also, the only story connection between season 1 and 2 is that the daughter of the State Trooper in season 2 is the female sheriff in season 1.

Yep, you can jump right in now if you wish. No harm, no foul!!

[DoctorDodge]

Watched the 2nd ep last night. I like how it seems to be taking its time like last season, and letting the threads come together naturally. I like the struggle of power with the crime families, not just with the guys from New York moving in, but from within the local family, too. Definitely interested in seeing where this is going, especially after re-watching season 1 last week and the constant references to "Sioux Falls". You just know things are going to escalate in such a big way.

[Still Servant]

Watched the 2nd ep last night. I like how it seems to be taking its time like last season, and letting the threads come together naturally. I like the struggle of power with the crime families, not just with the guys from New York moving in, but from within the local family, too. Definitely interested in seeing where this is going, especially after re-watching season 1 last week and the constant references to "Sioux Falls". You just know things are going to escalate in such a big way.

Completely agree. I just watched the 3rd episode and the show is holding strong. I'm really impressed by all the performances. Top notch from top to bottom.

Also, on a sidenote, FX doesn't get enough attention for their TV lineup. Fargo, American Horror Story and The Americans can be put up against any 3 shows from any network.

[Merlin1958]

Watched the 2nd ep last night. I like how it seems to be taking its time like last season, and letting the threads come together naturally. I like the struggle of power with the crime families, not just with the guys from New York moving in, but from within the local family, too. Definitely interested in seeing where this is going, especially after re-watching season 1 last week and the constant references to "Sioux Falls". You just know things are going to escalate in such a big way.

Completely agree. I just watched the 3rd episode and the show is holding strong. I'm really impressed by all the performances. Top notch from top to bottom.

Also, on a sidenote, FX doesn't get enough attention for their TV lineup. Fargo, American Horror Story and The Americans can be put up against any 3 shows from any network.

Very good point regarding network vs cable. And FX is not the only one. Leaving aside HBO/Starz there is also A&E. Don't forget "Breaking Bad", SOA and "Justified" as well. The cable guys are really giving the Networks a run for their money these days.

[Lookwhoitis]

We are living in the Golden Age of Teevee.

This is the best show on it a the moment (IMO)

Love the writing, the pacing, the quirkiness, the character development.

Im going to seek out Noah Hawley's novels...

[Merlin1958]

We are living in the Golden Age of Teevee.

This is the best show on it a the moment (IMO)

Love the writing, the pacing, the quirkiness, the character development.

Im going to seek out Noah Hawley's novels...


Couldn't hurt to throw in some, Elmore Leonard as well.

[Bev Vincent]

Also, the only story connection between season 1 and 2 is that the daughter of the State Trooper in season 2 is the female sheriff in season 1.

Well, that and Lou Solverson is a major character in both seasons (Keith Carradine in S1, his younger self played by Patrick Wilson in S2).

[Jon]

My DVR is set!!

Thank you all.

[Still Servant]

My DVR is set!!

Thank you all.

Okay, then.

[Merlin1958]

New episode tonight!!! :rock:

[Merlin1958]

Cry havoc and let loose the dogs of war!!!!!

[Still Servant]

I've been accused of being overly passionate and expressing a knee jerk reaction when it comes to something I enjoy like a movie, but that is not the case here. What I'm about to say I've thought over multiple times and I hold it to be true with every fiber of my being. I'm sure many will disagree and that's fine.

The diner scene from the first episode and the theater scene from the most recent episode can be put up alongside any two scenes from any two gangster films in the history of cinema.

That is the truth. No hyperbole.

[Merlin1958]

I've been accused of being overly passionate and expressing a knee jerk reaction when it comes to something I enjoy like a movie, but that is not the case here. What I'm about to say I've thought over multiple times and I hold it to be true with every fiber of my being. I'm sure many will disagree and that's fine.

The diner scene from the first episode and the theater scene from the most recent episode can be put up alongside any two scenes from any two gangster films in the history of cinema.

That is the truth. No hyperbole.

I don't know about that, but they were great scenes. A couple of "Godfather I & II" and "Goodfellas" scenes come immediately to mind and I'm sure a few more. The Fargo scenes were pretty cool though.


Edit: Sam Jackson/John Travolta in "Pulp Fiction", Finale of "Breaking Bad", I'm sure I could go on.

[Bev Vincent]

There have been a number of scenes this season that are great examples of how to create suspense and tension.

[Still Servant]

And you should go on. I didn't say they were better than those, just that they could be put alongside them.

[Merlin1958]

And you should go on. I didn't say they were better than those, just that they could be put alongside them.

Easy, Chief "Watch A Lot of film". It was just an idle observation passed in jest for the most part. I meant no harm or foul. LOL Being a, New Yorker I am somewhat qualified to officiate Mafia/gangland execution style points whether in real life, television or the silver screen. No need to "skin that smoke wagon and throw down" (Tombstone?), my friend!!! LOL LOL LOL

[Still Servant]

And you should go on. I didn't say they were better than those, just that they could be put alongside them.

Easy, Chief "Watch A Lot of film". It was just an idle observation passed in jest for the most part. I meant no harm or foul. LOL Being a, New Yorker I am somewhat qualified to officiate Mafia/gangland execution style points whether in real life, television or the silver screen. No need to "skin that smoke wagon and throw down" (Tombstone?), my friend!!! LOL LOL LOL

:unsure: I'm not sure why you're responding as if my response was hostile. That certainly wasn't my intention.

Also, as a full-blooded Italian, I'm somewhat qualified to evaluate Mafia/gangster stuff.

:D

[Merlin1958]

And you should go on. I didn't say they were better than those, just that they could be put alongside them.

Easy, Chief "Watch A Lot of film". It was just an idle observation passed in jest for the most part. I meant no harm or foul. LOL Being a, New Yorker I am somewhat qualified to officiate Mafia/gangland execution style points whether in real life, television or the silver screen. No need to "skin that smoke wagon and throw down" (Tombstone?), my friend!!! LOL LOL LOL

:unsure: I'm not sure why you're responding as if my response was hostile. That certainly wasn't my intention.

Also, as a full-blooded Italian, I'm somewhat qualified to evaluate Mafia/gangster stuff.

:D


I didn't mean to sound as if I was sensing hostility. Just kinda fcuking around and joking with you, dude. Sorry if it seemed that way.

I'll temper my jocularity in the future.

[DoctorZaius]

Just how good is this show? A friend at school said that the season two is as good as anything he's seen on tv. Now I see a lot of good stuff, The Wire, SOA, Sopranos, etc. Is this must see tv?

[Merlin1958]

Just how good is this show? A friend at school said that the season two is as good as anything he's seen on tv. Now I see a lot of good stuff, The Wire, SOA, Sopranos, etc. Is this must see tv?

Yes!!! IMO it is the best (and hippest) show currently broadcasting on television. At the very least the best in it's genre: Crime Drama. I don't believe I will be alone in that assertion.

[Bev Vincent]

It's a tad on the quirky side, but I like it a lot.

[Merlin1958]

It's a tad on the quirky side, but I like it a lot.

Bev? "Quirky" is what makes it so interesting and great!!! LOL

[Bev Vincent]

It's a tad on the quirky side, but I like it a lot.

Bev? "Quirky" is what makes it so interesting and great!!! LOL

True, but it makes is hard to put it in the same league as The Wire or The Shield, though.

[Still Servant]

Just how good is this show? A friend at school said that the season two is as good as anything he's seen on tv. Now I see a lot of good stuff, The Wire, SOA, Sopranos, etc. Is this must see tv?

I have to wait until season 2 is complete before I add it to that list above (I'm also adding Breaking Bad to your list).

I will say it's my favorite show of the season so far and I'm actually enjoying it more than season 1, which was really good too.

[DoctorZaius]

Thanks for the feedback - I'll be checking it out.

[Merlin1958]

It's a tad on the quirky side, but I like it a lot.

Bev? "Quirky" is what makes it so interesting and great!!! LOL

True, but it makes is hard to put it in the same league as The Wire or The Shield, though.

Oh, yes I see your point.

[Still Servant]

I can't. I just can't.

This show is so good that I literally have no words.

[Merlin1958]

I can't. I just can't.

This show is so good that I literally have no words.

They were soooo close to the finale type episode and then they pulled back and make us wait!!! LOL Great Television!!! The lawyer was a rip!!!! I was gripping my chair when he had that shotgun in his face!!! I thought for sure he was going to get it!! And the husband & wife that sot of started this chain of events, what a pair!!! I loved, Danson's line "You're a little touched"!!! Great line!!! I was laughing my ass off!!!

[Lookwhoitis]

I can't. I just can't.

This show is so good that I literally have no words.

concur

[Still Servant]

I can't. I just can't.

This show is so good that I literally have no words.

They were soooo close to the finale type episode and then they pulled back and make us wait!!! LOL Great Television!!! The lawyer was a rip!!!! I was gripping my chair when he had that shotgun in his face!!! I thought for sure he was going to get it!! And the husband & wife that sot of started this chain of events, what a pair!!! I loved, Danson's line "You're a little touched"!!! Great line!!! I was laughing my ass off!!!

I love Nick Offerman. He killed that episode. He was my favorite part of Parks and Rec.

[Bev Vincent]

He was awesome. Hilarious -- did you see him cracking himself up during the closing credits?

[Still Servant]

He was awesome. Hilarious -- did you see him cracking himself up during the closing credits?

Yes! I loved the scenes over the end credits. Great stuff.

Honestly, even the opening and end credits are fantastic on this show.

[tippy4]

I went back and rewatched pat of the first episode of the season.

I can't believe I forgot that the reason Rye got hit by a car was that he was distracted by a UFO.

Does anyone think they will revisit this....or was that the end of it?

[Bev Vincent]

There have been other allusions to the UFO along the way.

[tippy4]

Can you say when...I have all the episodes recorded....would like to go back and see......

[Bev Vincent]

Try this: http://www.bustle.com/articles/123765-why-are-there-aliens-on-fargo-6-theories-about-the-seasons-extraterrestrial-life

[Merlin1958]

That was an interesting article, Bev!!!! Only 1 more episode until the finale!!!


BTW, I was surprised to see, Dod go out so simply!!! I enjoyed that actor in "Burn Notice" and was sad to see him get bitch slapped and whacked like that!!! LOL

[Still Servant]

That was an interesting article, Bev!!!! Only 1 more episode until the finale!!!


BTW, I was surprised to see, Dod go out so simply!!! I enjoyed that actor in "Burn Notice" and was sad to see him get bitch slapped and whacked like that!!! LOL

Jeffrey Donovan is a fantastic actor. He also was great in a small role this year in Sicario. I think he gave one of the best performances on a stellar cast this year on Fargo. I hope he gets noticed for it.

I first saw Donovan on a short-lived USA show called Touching Evil with Vera Farmiga. I've followed him ever since.

As for his demise, that's what's great about this season of Fargo. There's no template. People can go at any time, doesn't matter how big the character or actor.

[webstar1000]

Jeffery Donavan should be getting movie rolls. Period. He is amazing! Loved him in Burn Notice as well:) that's when I became a fan:)

[Merlin1958]

Jeffery Donavan should be getting movie rolls. Period. He is amazing! Loved him in Burn Notice as well:) that's when I became a fan:)


Didn't he play, Bobby Kennedy in "Hoover"?

[Still Servant]

Jeffery Donavan should be getting movie rolls. Period. He is amazing! Loved him in Burn Notice as well:) that's when I became a fan:)


Didn't he play, Bobby Kennedy in "Hoover"?

Yup, that was him. Actually, it was called J. Edgar. Those are essentially the move roles Donovan gets. They're usually smaller roles, kind of like his character in Sicario. He deserves better because he's a real talent. That being said, a show like Fargo is on the big screen level and, as you can tell by the cast, has attracted quite a bit of big screen talent in the first two seasons.

[Merlin1958]

Jeffery Donavan should be getting movie rolls. Period. He is amazing! Loved him in Burn Notice as well:) that's when I became a fan:)


Didn't he play, Bobby Kennedy in "Hoover"?

Yup, that was him. Actually, it was called J. Edgar. Those are essentially the move roles Donovan gets. They're usually smaller roles, kind of like his character in Sicario. He deserves better because he's a real talent. That being said, a show like Fargo is on the big screen level and, as you can tell by the cast, has attracted quite a bit of big screen talent in the first two seasons.

"Hoover" was easier to type. Actually, I just viewed that film the other day. Leo, was awesome in the flick as well. You may be surprised, but I also watch films, as well as you do. Am I being "catty"? Yes, a bit, but the "Giants" fucked up and lost a close one to the, "Jets" and I am in a quandry as to how I feel about that. LOL LOL Holiday season can be both, "Joyous" and "stressful" at the same time. Take a chill pill, Roger Ebert!!! LOL J/K, relax. Who loves ya baby? LOL LOL

Spent the day, "Christmas Shopping" after the Giants/Jets game. Lord, I wish they had some of these toys back when I was a kid!!! LOL LOL Kids today have no idea how "blessed" they are!!!! We had to play in the "dirt"!!! LOL My apologies, I digress!!! LOL LOL LOL


With the current "Whacked standings" I wonder what they have in store for the "finale". Quite a few of the major characters are headed to the clearing. I am also aware that major character deaths are common for this show. Just not totally pleased with how they have met their demise. It is still an absolutely wonderful show and I look forward to what the writers have in store for us. I am relatively certain it will be great!!!

So far, this show does not disappoint!!!! New episode tomorrow!!!!


Anyone viewing 'Ash vs The Evil Dead"????? This series has loads of promise in my book!!!!

[webstar1000]

Jeffery Donavan should be getting movie rolls. Period. He is amazing! Loved him in Burn Notice as well:) that's when I became a fan:)


Didn't he play, Bobby Kennedy in "Hoover"?

Yup, that was him. Actually, it was called J. Edgar. Those are essentially the move roles Donovan gets. They're usually smaller roles, kind of like his character in Sicario. He deserves better because he's a real talent. That being said, a show like Fargo is on the big screen level and, as you can tell by the cast, has attracted quite a bit of big screen talent in the first two seasons.

Well said. I also think more will notice his work by this outstanding performance. The show for me has gotten better with every episode. Has anyone hear watched Burn Notice? It was an underrated show big time. I watched ever episode... loved it!

EDIT: And for you Evil Dead fans (Bill!!) Bruce Campbell is his right hand man in the show!!!!!

[Merlin1958]

Jeffery Donavan should be getting movie rolls. Period. He is amazing! Loved him in Burn Notice as well:) that's when I became a fan:)


Didn't he play, Bobby Kennedy in "Hoover"?

Yup, that was him. Actually, it was called J. Edgar. Those are essentially the move roles Donovan gets. They're usually smaller roles, kind of like his character in Sicario. He deserves better because he's a real talent. That being said, a show like Fargo is on the big screen level and, as you can tell by the cast, has attracted quite a bit of big screen talent in the first two seasons.

Well said. I also think more will notice his work by this outstanding performance. The show for me has gotten better with every episode. Has anyone hear watched Burn Notice? It was an underrated show big time. I watched ever episode... loved it!

EDIT: And for you Evil Dead fans (Bill!!) Bruce Campbell is his right hand man in the show!!!!!


Oh yeah!!! I loved "Burn Notice". It was a great show!!! They ended it well too. Good timing and such. Bruce was great on that show!!! I'm going to go find me a "Mojito"!!! LOL LOL


Edit: BTW, another good episode this evening!!! Nice touch having, Martin Freeman as the narrator. Sadly, there doesn't seem to be very many cast members surviving for the finale next week!!! LOL Even the sheriff's wife appears down for the count. Looking forward to see how the alien ship figures into all of this!!! LOL LOL What an awesome show!!!

[RUBE]

"It's just a flying saucer, Ed."

[Bev Vincent]

Edit: BTW, another good episode this evening!!! Nice touch having, Martin Freeman as the narrator. Sadly, there doesn't seem to be very many cast members surviving for the finale next week!!! LOL Even the sheriff's wife appears down for the count. Looking forward to see how the alien ship figures into all of this!!! LOL LOL What an awesome show!!!

I thought that was Freeman, but I didn't check the credits. What a bloodbath. I had a moment where I thought they were going to jump the shark with the UFO, but they held back, just a tad.

[Merlin1958]

Edit: BTW, another good episode this evening!!! Nice touch having, Martin Freeman as the narrator. Sadly, there doesn't seem to be very many cast members surviving for the finale next week!!! LOL Even the sheriff's wife appears down for the count. Looking forward to see how the alien ship figures into all of this!!! LOL LOL What an awesome show!!!

I thought that was Freeman, but I didn't check the credits. What a bloodbath. I had a moment where I thought they were going to jump the shark with the UFO, but they held back, just a tad.

I didn't see him in the credits, but I'd bet the farm it was him!!!! Brought on a big old smile from me!!! LOL The alien thing has me in a quandry, I can't figure what they have in mind for that, but it does bring the "falling fish" from season one to mind a bit. Did they ever explain that plot point? I don't recall.

Edit: there were a lot of "Alien Winks" in the show prior to the ship arriving. Anyone else notice that? Bev, as an author yourself, what would you do with the "Alien Component" in the show if it were up to you?

[Bev Vincent]

Edit: there were a lot of "Alien Winks" in the show prior to the ship arriving. Anyone else notice that?

Yes -- and the store where the owner was shot was full of them. He was a believer!

[RUBE]

Both Rye and Hanzee saw one outside the diner and Hanzee was missing some time. Lou's father-in-law has a whole room with UFO stuff and his wife was transfixed by their daughter's drawing that looked like it had one. There definitely have been a lot of hints.

Did you notice the author/narrator didn't mention the UFO? None of the survivors must have mentioned it later on for it to be recorded in history. Of course, who can blame them?

I thought they would have the UFO thing closer to the "actual" incident that happened to an officer in Minnesota in '79. Something like Lou traveling down a highway, seeing a light, and then waking up hours later on the side of the road.

[tippy4]

Edit: BTW, another good episode this evening!!! Nice touch having, Martin Freeman as the narrator. Sadly, there doesn't seem to be very many cast members surviving for the finale next week!!! LOL Even the sheriff's wife appears down for the count. Looking forward to see how the alien ship figures into all of this!!! LOL LOL What an awesome show!!!

I thought that was Freeman, but I didn't check the credits. What a bloodbath. I had a moment where I thought they were going to jump the shark with the UFO, but they held back, just a tad.

I thought so too and rewatched the credits a couple of times but he never showed up.

I checked IMDB, and he was listed there.

[Still Servant]

I don't want this to end.

[Lookwhoitis]

it is already renewed for season 3 :D

[Still Servant]

it is already renewed for season 3 :D

That's great, but it will be a completely new story and cast. I'm going to miss these characters and story, but I look forward to a new story and new characters next season.

[webstar1000]

Anyone weigh in on which season they likes better so far? I can't decide!!!

[Lookwhoitis]

It is a tough call! I'm more apt to choose season 2 as a whole, although I think best performance goes to Billy Bob Thornton in season 1 :coo3l:

[webstar1000]

It is a tough call! I'm more apt to choose season 2 as a whole, although I think best performance goes to Billy Bob Thornton in season 1 :coo3l:

Yeah he killed it in season one

[Still Servant]

Anyone weigh in on which season they likes better so far? I can't decide!!!

I LOVED season 1, but it's not even close for me. Season 2 takes it easy. I don't even care what the finale is like at this point. They can all sit around a table peeling potatoes and it wouldn't change my mind.

[tippy4]

Somewhat disappointing end.........

What as the point of the spaceship/aliens?

Really liked the ten episode journey.....just the end left me unsatisfied.

I did like how they connected season two with season one though.

[RUBE]

I wasn't disappointed but there could have been a little more action in the finale. I never thought we would get as much as we did with the UFOs. It was just a quirky thing that was big in the area at the time that they wanted to include. I think where everyone ended up was perfect for what happened this season so that is why it was still a satisfying end in my opinion. I also loved the season one easter eggs.

[Bev Vincent]

Alas, we'll have to wait until 2017 for the next season.

[Lookwhoitis]

Alas, we'll have to wait until 2017 for the next season.

So are they going to B'more for the next season? That would be my guess. The Gerhardt dandy who Milligan leaves alive (although blown to hamburger) asked him that just before he gets shotgunned by Thing # 2. "Have you ever been to Baltimore?"

[Bev Vincent]

Here's a little bit about what they're thinking of for S3: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/fien-print/fargo-noah-hawley-talks-new-849097

[Lookwhoitis]

Hawley is a talented writer. I love the fact that he is keeping control (even with success) and keeping the writing (and the time required for good work) a high priority.

[tippy4]

Alas, we'll have to wait until 2017 for the next season.

So are they going to B'more for the next season? That would be my guess. The Gerhardt dandy who Milligan leaves alive (although blown to hamburger) asked him that just before he gets shotgunned by Thing # 2. "Have you ever been to Baltimore?"

I was under the impression that shotgun killed him (maybe not right away....but killed nontheless) ....but upon reflection....why would they introduce that character in the first place.....so perhaps you are right that we will see him again.

[skyofcrack]

I think Floyd Gerhardt could survive. She had a small stab wound in the gut. I was thinking Peggy could've escaped from the car while Lou was distracted getting the news about his wife.

About the UFO, I think after seeing humans killing each other they decided to leave, after being there at the beginning and the end of this story observing us. Sort of a comment on how violent we are as a race.

[Lookwhoitis]

Alas, we'll have to wait until 2017 for the next season.

So are they going to B'more for the next season? That would be my guess. The Gerhardt dandy who Milligan leaves alive (although blown to hamburger) asked him that just before he gets shotgunned by Thing # 2. "Have you ever been to Baltimore?"

I was under the impression that shotgun killed him (maybe not right away....but killed nontheless) ....but upon reflection....why would they introduce that character in the first place.....so perhaps you are right that we will see him again.

Well the reason I think he might survive is from Milligan's dialogue. When the King is crowned he shows an act of kindness and an act of cruelty. For Milligan's legend of cruelty to spread, Ricky G would have to live to tell the tale. That's why Milligan stays the finishing blow. We dont know if he survives, but he could (although his chest and face looked like something from the butcher shop). But then again he looked like he was going to meet his maker, lol.

[skyofcrack]

That guy will die but he will suffer first hence why Milligan didn't want his partner to finish him off. I also remember during the shootout at the motel that one cop said, 'it's Rapid City all over again.' Maybe we'll see a flashback to that at some point.

[Still Servant]

Interesting tidbit. I just watched a film called Bone Tomahawk starring Kurt Russell. The film also stars Fargo Season 2 actors Patrick Wilson and Zahn McClarnon (Hanzee). Thought it was cool to see them together, although Zahn McClarnon only has 1 scene.

[Bev Vincent]

Zahn is also a recurring actor on Longmire.

[kaufen]

Anyone weigh in on which season they likes better so far? I can't decide!!!

I love Season 1.

[Still Servant]

Anyone weigh in on which season they likes better so far? I can't decide!!!

I love Season 1.

Season 1 was fantastic, but I think I enjoyed season 2 a little bit more.

[mae]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=avAo6CbtTgE


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZAxGv5eFpM


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYAFkmGORQA

[Merlin1958]

:onfire::onfire::onfire:

[Still Servant]

Can't wait! It's going to be hard to top season 2 though.

[Merlin1958]

I have a feeling they will!!!!

[Shannon]

Man, talk about teasing teasers, lol.

[fernandito]

Still haven't seen Season 2 :(

[Still Servant]

Still haven't seen Season 2 :(

I actually got a sharp pain in my chest after I read that.

[RUBE]

I guess we know why one of the teasers featured an A/C unit now.

I learned a couple other things from last night's episode as well:
1. Parole officer is an awful job
2. I have no idea how to play bridge

[Still Servant]

I guess we know why one of the teasers featured an A/C unit now.

I learned a couple other things from last night's episode as well:
1. Parole officer is an awful job
2. I have no idea how to play bridge

Awful job? Did you SEE Mary Elizabeth Winstead's butt?

Great first episode. I can't wait to see where this goes.

[webstar1000]

LOVED the first one... perhaps better than the previous 2 season openers:)

[RUBE]

I guess we know why one of the teasers featured an A/C unit now.

I learned a couple other things from last night's episode as well:
1. Parole officer is an awful job
2. I have no idea how to play bridge

Awful job? Did you SEE Mary Elizabeth Winstead's butt?

Great first episode. I can't wait to see where this goes.

Yes it was great but dating a ex-con probably isn't the smartest idea. What I was referring to was the having to stand there watching ex-cons piss and being handed cups with piss running down the side as we saw in the piss montage.

[Still Servant]

I guess we know why one of the teasers featured an A/C unit now.

I learned a couple other things from last night's episode as well:
1. Parole officer is an awful job
2. I have no idea how to play bridge

Awful job? Did you SEE Mary Elizabeth Winstead's butt?

Great first episode. I can't wait to see where this goes.

Yes it was great but dating a ex-con probably isn't the smartest idea. What I was referring to was the having to stand there watching ex-cons piss and being handed cups with piss running down the side as we saw in the piss montage.

Good point. That is a considerable downside.

[tippy4]

Billy Bob Thornton was the narrator on this week's episode....not unlike Martin Freeman as narrator on an episode last season.

[Still Servant]

Billy Bob Thornton was the narrator on this week's episode....not unlike Martin Freeman as narrator on an episode last season.

Very nice touch with that opening.

[TravelinJack]

Not sure why, but I haven't seen an single episode of this series. A lot of positive feedback on this, I'll have to give it a go.

[Still Servant]

Fargo is a solid show. Some very good storytelling. I love the anthology format. Personally, I loved Season 2 the best. Season 1 is very good as well. Season 3 has been a little slower and not as explosive, but I can tell it's about to ramp up.

Plus, I love Carrie Coon. With her work on Fargo and Leftovers, she's my TV MVP.

[webstar1000]

Fargo is a solid show. Some very good storytelling. I love the anthology format. Personally, I loved Season 2 the best. Season 1 is very good as well. Season 3 has been a little slower and not as explosive, but I can tell it's about to ramp up.

Plus, I love Carrie Coon. With her work on Fargo and Leftovers, she's my TV MVP.
Agreed. She is a brilliant actress.

[Lookwhoitis]

Fargo is a solid show. Some very good storytelling. I love the anthology format. Personally, I loved Season 2 the best. Season 1 is very good as well. Season 3 has been a little slower and not as explosive, but I can tell it's about to ramp up.

Plus, I love Carrie Coon. With her work on Fargo and Leftovers, she's my TV MVP.

I agree with this whole post!

[Lookwhoitis]

Fargo is a solid show. Some very good storytelling. I love the anthology format. Personally, I loved Season 2 the best. Season 1 is very good as well. Season 3 has been a little slower and not as explosive, but I can tell it's about to ramp up.

Plus, I love Carrie Coon. With her work on Fargo and Leftovers, she's my TV MVP.
Agreed. She is a brilliant actress.

also i just witnessed the Boob in Leftovers season 3 episode 1 :excited:

[RUBE]

That was brutal at the end. I think it was worse not seeing it and not knowing if she was dead or not.

Also, this season has had at least one gross moment per episode.

[Bev Vincent]

That was brutal at the end. I think it was worse not seeing it and not knowing if she was dead or not.

Also, this season has had at least one gross moment per episode.

Brutal was exactly the word that came to mind when I saw it, too. Whoa.

[RUBE]

I have been on vacation and haven't checked in here myself recently but I am surprised that there isn't one comment about the last several episodes of this show.

It was a slower season and a lot of people did not like the open ending but overall I still really enjoyed it. The bowling alley was pretty cool and a nod to The Big Lebowski (as well as other things.) Mr. Wrench teaming up with Nikki was exciting and it was great to see them out-smart Varga a few times. I am a little mixed on whether Emmit deserved what he got but it did tie into the theme of the season which was that the truth is what people believe it is. Wrench thought he had a more direct hand in what happened to Ray and Nikki and punished him for it. They also left us to decide our own truth at the end, whether Varga or Gloria were right.

It's a shame this might be the last ever episode. Hawley said he wasn't sure if he had anymore ideas on where to take the show.

[Lookwhoitis]

I love this show. It has been my favorite since it started.

[Lookwhoitis]

It's a shame this might be the last ever episode. Hawley said he wasn't sure if he had anymore ideas on where to take the show.

Hawley is turning into a rock star. He might shelve Fargo just because he has made it such a big hit and he has offers galore coming in on new and different projects. There is something to be said about an artist who wont dilute the product just because he can make some more money. I have thoroughly enjoyed all three seasons of Fargo.

Really looking forward to his Vonnegut adaptation and film directorial debut.

[Merlin1958]

I love it as well. Each new season is equal to or better than the previous IMHO.

[Still Servant]

I have been on vacation and haven't checked in here myself recently but I am surprised that there isn't one comment about the last several episodes of this show.

It was a slower season and a lot of people did not like the open ending but overall I still really enjoyed it. The bowling alley was pretty cool and a nod to The Big Lebowski (as well as other things.) Mr. Wrench teaming up with Nikki was exciting and it was great to see them out-smart Varga a few times. I am a little mixed on whether Emmit deserved what he got but it did tie into the theme of the season which was that the truth is what people believe it is. Wrench thought he had a more direct hand in what happened to Ray and Nikki and punished him for it. They also left us to decide our own truth at the end, whether Varga or Gloria were right.

It's a shame this might be the last ever episode. Hawley said he wasn't sure if he had anymore ideas on where to take the show.
I've been meaning to come in here and post my thoughts on the finale and the season in general. Overall, I thought it was a very solid season. I didn't love it as much as season 2 though. Personally, I thought Carrie Coon didn't have enough to do. Of course, I might be a little biased because I'm such a huge fan of her work, but I thought she was going to play a larger role in uncovering what was going on and catching these guys.

I thought the stuff with Mary Elizabeth Winsted was great. I love how they tied in a character from season 2 as well. There just seemed to be something missing that was keeping me from loving it as much as the first two seasons.

I think Hawley is really going places. As much as I want him to do another season of Fargo, I understand and I'm excited to see anything he produces.

[Brian861]

After 3 seasons, season 2 is by far my fav.

[webstar1000]

Billy Bob for me. I loved the first one:)

[Still Servant]

All three seasons are top notch TV. I'd hate to see them stop there.

[Merlin1958]

All three seasons are top notch TV. I'd hate to see them stop there.


:clap::clap::clap::clap::clap:

[mae]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UcPU3mIuUmA

[MikeDuke]

Fantastic. It looks like a really good one.

[Merlin1958]

YES, finally!!!!!!!

[kingfan2323]

Could it be on it's way to being one of the best shows in the history of television?

seeking: anything DT#246

[Brian861]

Looks really funny :lol:

[RUBE]

I haven't had the chance to watch the second episode yet so I am not ready to talk about this season specifically but I am surprised that no one else has posted anything yet. Are y'all watching or has the three year gap cooled down everyone's interest in this show?

[MikeDuke]

Yea, I only watched the first episode as well, but I love it so far. FX makes some of the best shows on TV.

[Lookwhoitis]

Fargo is a Gem! :nana:

[webstar1000]

Slow start but means nothing.

[Lookwhoitis]

so good. i'm feeling the Miller's Crossing vibe...

[Sai Sheb]

I'm gonna get stuck in tonight.
I've been binging Alone lately and thus is the distraction I needed... season 1 is my favourite.

[Still Servant]

A lot of stage setting and character development so far. Things are about to take off. We haven't even met Timothy Olyphant's character yet.

Also, Jessie Buckley is a national treasure.

[webstar1000]

A lot of stage setting and character development so far. Things are about to take off. We haven't even met Timothy Olyphant's character yet.

Also, Jessie Buckley is a national treasure.

Jesse needs more roles. Love him. The season is so far my least fav BUT as you said.... they are building to something so hanging tight and reserving to much judgment

[MikeDuke]

So far I am really liking it.

[Still Servant]

A lot of stage setting and character development so far. Things are about to take off. We haven't even met Timothy Olyphant's character yet.

Also, Jessie Buckley is a national treasure.

Jesse needs more roles. Love him. The season is so far my least fav BUT as you said.... they are building to something so hanging tight and reserving to much judgment

Jessie Buckley is a woman. She plays the crazy nurse. She was also in I'm Thinking of Ending Things.

[webstar1000]

A lot of stage setting and character development so far. Things are about to take off. We haven't even met Timothy Olyphant's character yet.

Also, Jessie Buckley is a national treasure.

Jesse needs more roles. Love him. The season is so far my least fav BUT as you said.... they are building to something so hanging tight and reserving to much judgment

Jessie Buckley is a woman. She plays the crazy nurse. She was also in I'm Thinking of Ending Things.

Meant her. Lol iPhone typing


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[Merlin1958]

Wait, so the nes season is broadcasting? Where is it available I have my DVR set for AMC. Help? lol

[Still Servant]

Wait, so the nes season is broadcasting? Where is it available I have my DVR set for AMC. Help? lol

FX and Hulu. Hulu next day though.

[Lookwhoitis]

Loving. This. Show.

especially when Olyphant said: spaghetti-eaters :rofl:

[Merlin1958]

Loving. This. Show.

especially when Olyphant said: spaghetti-eaters :rofl:

Yes!!! and also another quaint reference:

Mulingnan: "Moolies" Italian for eggplant.

[Still Servant]

My grandfather used that term right up until the day he died. A different generation.

2020 has been a difficult year, but Jessie Buckley singing the Battle Hymn of the Republic while giving a handjob in a car might just be the highlight of my year. :lol:

I could not stop laughing. Dude didn't even make it to the second verse.

[Lookwhoitis]

My grandfather used that term right up until the day he died. A different generation.

2020 has been a difficult year, but Jessie Buckley singing the Battle Hymn of the Republic while giving a handjob in a car might just be the highlight of my year. :lol:

I could not stop laughing. Dude didn't even make it to the second verse.

man id spoiler that. That scene is a heck of a surprise. Id hate to read it in this thread before watching the ep...

[Brian861]

My grandfather used that term right up until the day he died. A different generation.

2020 has been a difficult year, but Jessie Buckley singing the Battle Hymn of the Republic while giving a handjob in a car might just be the highlight of my year. :lol:

I could not stop laughing. Dude didn't even make it to the second verse.

I'm loving Buckley's character. She's my favorite thus far. And I doubt many of us would have made it far either :blush:

[MikeDuke]

Jessie Buckley (I never heard of her before) is awesome in this show. That scene had me in stitches. What a great character. The way she walks, awesome. Sort of the way Jude Law walked in
Road to Perdition. But I am loving this season so far.

[Still Servant]

Jessie Buckley (I never heard of her before) is awesome in this show. That scene had me in stitches. What a great character. The way she walks, awesome. Sort of the way Jude Law walked in
Road to Perdition. But I am loving this season so far.

She hasn't done a ton of big stuff yet. Did you ever watch the Tom Hardy show Taboo? That's the first time I remember seeing her. She was also great recently in Chernobyl.

[MikeDuke]

Jessie Buckley (I never heard of her before) is awesome in this show. That scene had me in stitches. What a great character. The way she walks, awesome. Sort of the way Jude Law walked in
Road to Perdition. But I am loving this season so far.

She hasn't done a ton of big stuff yet. Did you ever watch the Tom Hardy show Taboo? That's the first time I remember seeing her. She was also great recently in Chernobyl.
I love Taboo. I think it's coming back for a second season. And I loved Chernobyl as well. But she is fantastic in this role.

[Brian861]

Jessie Buckley (I never heard of her before) is awesome in this show. That scene had me in stitches. What a great character. The way she walks, awesome. Sort of the way Jude Law walked in
Road to Perdition. But I am loving this season so far.

She hasn't done a ton of big stuff yet. Did you ever watch the Tom Hardy show Taboo? That's the first time I remember seeing her. She was also great recently in Chernobyl.

Completely forgot that she was in Chernobyl! Great show. Her role in Fargo will get her noticed for sure.

[Lookwhoitis]

This line has some extra significance for me tonight as I viewed the latest ep:

"You know what I think? Every country has its own type criminal.
In America we got the Confidence Man:
Snake Oil Salesman... Grifter.
He don't rob you as much as trick you into robbing yourself. See 'cause in America people wanna believe.
They got that Dream... and a Dreamer? you can fleece."
- Loy Cannon

[MikeDuke]

This line has some extra significance for me tonight as I viewed the latest ep:

"You know what I think? Every country has its own type criminal.
In America we got the Confidence Man:
Snake Oil Salesman... Grifter.
He don't rob you as much as trick you into robbing yourself. See 'cause in America people wanna believe.
They got that Dream... and a Dreamer? you can fleece."
- Loy Cannon
Indeed. I thought the same thing.

[RUBE]

Anyone watch the finale? What did y'all think of the rest of the season?

Personally I thought it was solid with some very interesting characters. There were a few odd choices, particularly how some characters met their end and having a Wizard of Oz themed episode. The credits reveal connecting this season to season two was nice. Afterwards I read that connection was what inspired this season's story.

[Bev Vincent]

I watched the first two episodes and I'll get back to it, but it's very slow getting started. A lot of characters to introduce.

[webstar1000]

This is the worst season yet. Its just not as good and taking Chris Rock serious? I just cant lol

[Lookwhoitis]

i loved it. made me reminiscent of Millers Crossing, my fave Coen film. Hawley is great at telling stories.