Fargo (2003): cast, story & where to watch

2003 · Film · ★ 8.3

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Released in 2003, Fargo is a crime, drama and tv movie film directed by Kathy Bates, running about 60 minutes.

What it’s about. Marge Gunderson, the still pregnant police chief of Brainerd, Minnesota, investigates the murder of a town pharmacist, shot in a snowy parking lot by a stranger who was helping jump his car battery. Meantime, an old man dies of exposure in his ice fishing house, leading one of his sons to kidnap the body. Snow, snow, everywhere.

Who’s in it. Fargo stars Edie Falco as Marge Gunderson, Bruce Bohne as Officer Lou, Matt Malloy as Norm Gunderson and Rondi Reed as Anne Mendelson, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.3/10, Fargo sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fargo page.

If you liked it. Fans of Fargo tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Fargo (2003)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fargo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Fargo worth watching?
Fargo holds an audience score of 8.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime, drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Fargo?
Fargo stars Edie Falco, Bruce Bohne, Matt Malloy, Rondi Reed and Geoffrey Nauffts.
When was Fargo released?
Fargo was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.