Chris Rock to star in season 4 of Fargo

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Chris Rock to Star in 'Fargo' Season 4 at FX

Here's the official FX description: Season four of Fargo is set in 1950, at the end of two American migrations — that of Southern Europeans from countries like Italy, who came to the U.S. at the turn of the last century and settled in northern cities like New York and Chicago — and African-Americans who left the South in great numbers to escape Jim Crow and moved to those same cities — you saw a collision of outsiders, all fighting for a piece of the American dream. In Kansas City, Missouri, two criminal syndicates have struck an uneasy peace. One Italian, one African-American. Together they control an alternate economy — that of exploitation, graft and drugs. This too is the history of America. To cement their peace, the heads of both families have traded their eldest sons."

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[Em etah Eh]

I'll be honest. I haven't looked into this show at all, but 'Fargo' doesn't take place in Fargo?

 

[Tkachuk4MVP]

I'll be honest. I haven't looked into this show at all, but 'Fargo' doesn't take place in Fargo?

It takes place throughout the Midwest. Parts of the first two seasons took place in Fargo, but it was never the primary setting.

And Rock as a mafia godfather in what's thus far been a fantastic show? Count me in.

 

[RobBrown4PM]

Fargo is one of the best shows on television. The casting so far has been beyond exceptional, and nabbing an asset like Rock solidifies that fact. The stuff they've been able to do with the cast they've had so far is nothing short of mind blowing.

 

[Trap Jesus]

Yeah, the casting has been great so far.

My first thought was True Detective Season 2 when I saw Chris Rock's name though. Seems odd but I'm sure they'll make it work.

 

[Moncherry]

The last season was a forgettable waste of time for me, I only stuck with it for the sake of finishing it. This plot and casting doesn't inspire much interest either.

 

[Preds Partisan]

Three years between "seasons" and a lackluster 3rd season, people may not care by the time 2020 rolls around. It's basically a whole new series, if you can call it a series, by that time.

 

[alko]

I saw only the movie. Just curious, how good is the series? Comparing to other classics (for me) like Breaking bad or Better call Saul.

 

[glovesave_35]

I didn't see Season 3 yet. 1 and 2 were great, the second even better than the first IMO. I've heard lots of people didn't like season 3. My first thought seeing Chris Rock as a lead in a drama is that it seems weird. I will probably wait and see what people say before spending much time on Season 4.

 

[glovesave_35]

I saw only the movie. Just curious, how good is the series? Comparing to other classics (for me) like Breaking bad or Better call Saul.

Each season is more or less self contained. For that reason you can't compare it to those other shows. (Too early to call Better Call Saul a classic?)

 

[izzy]

I saw only the movie. Just curious, how good is the series? Comparing to other classics (for me) like Breaking bad or Better call Saul.

season 1 and 2 were like perfect tv outside of one event in season 2.

havent seen 3

 

[Spawn]

I saw only the movie. Just curious, how good is the series? Comparing to other classics (for me) like Breaking bad or Better call Saul.

The first 2 seasons are as good as television gets imo. They really embody everything that made Fargo an all time great and there are some incredible performances from the cast.

The 3rd season also has a great cast, but it's not quite up to par with the other two seasons. But its worth a watch for sure. Each season is its own isolated story with new actors/characters/settings. All three are connected to various degrees though.

The first 2 seasons though.... absolutely must watch TV.

 

[Sports Enthusiast]

Figured this was cancelled. Last season was awful. I think season 1 was very similar to the movie plot. Season 2 wasnt bad but I feel like season 3 showed their hand about how far this can really ultimately go.

 

[darko]

I didn't see Season 3 yet. 1 and 2 were great, the second even better than the first IMO. I've heard lots of people didn't like season 3. My first thought seeing Chris Rock as a lead in a drama is that it seems weird. I will probably wait and see what people say before spending much time on Season 4.

First 5 episodes of S3 can be bit of a chore at times. Last 5 episodes are very very good.

 

[darko]

Figured this was cancelled. Last season was awful. I think season 1 was very similar to the movie plot. Season 2 wasnt bad but I feel like season 3 showed their hand about how far this can really ultimately go.

Season 2 was fantastic.

 

[darko]

season 1 and 2 were like perfect tv outside of one event in season 2.

havent seen 3

Yup. I chose to wipe that 'event' out of my memory.

 

[Muston Atthews]

Interesting

 

[Trap Jesus]

season 1 and 2 were like perfect tv outside of one event in season 2.

havent seen 3

Think I know what you're talking about as that one event, but I loved that. Definitely something that is very polarizing though.

Season 2 is the best season of any show I've ever watched, and Season 1 isn't far behind. Season 3 was a clear step down, but still quality TV. I think the main reason it doesn't hold up is because of how people view it relative to the insane standard the first 2 seasons set. I still think Season 3 was doing some interesting things though, and Varga is probably my favorite character in the whole series.

 

[Say Hey Kid]

Three years between "seasons" and a lackluster 3rd season, people may not care by the time 2020 rolls around. It's basically a whole new series, if you can call it a series, by that time.

I like the show, but I can't disagree with this.

 

[izzy]

The first 2 seasons are as good as television gets imo. They really embody everything that made Fargo an all time great and there are some incredible performances from the cast.

The 3rd season also has a great cast, but it's not quite up to par with the other two seasons. But its worth a watch for sure. Each season is its own isolated story with new actors/characters/settings. All three are connected to various degrees though.

The first 2 seasons though.... absolutely must watch TV.

watching s3 now and its been pretty good, varga is one of the best characters theyve had though.

and mr wrench just showed up to end the episode i just watched and it gave me chills, big throwback. expecting him to kick some ass

 

[izzy]

yeah holy shit i was right wrench has gone OFF in his first 15 mins back

 

[Say Hey Kid]

I have Amazon, DirecTV, Netflix (not the dvds), and PSVUE. How can I watch Seasons 1-3 for free?

 

[Legionnaire]

I have Amazon, DirecTV, Netflix (not the dvds), and PSVUE. How can I watch Seasons 1-3 for free?

Hulu 7 day free trial. Don't worry they'll keep sending them to you.

 

[Legionnaire]

watching s3 now and its been pretty good, varga is one of the best characters theyve had though.

and mr wrench just showed up to end the episode i just watched and it gave me chills, big throwback. expecting him to kick some ass

Varga is superb. One of the best villians I've ever seen.

I didn't like 3 either after first viewing. It gets better the next couple. I'd encourage a rewatch. A lot more themes in 3 but yet all of them still tie in.

Hated the movie but the show is awesome.

Looking forward to 4 hitting Hulu. The show is best binge watched.

 

[the squared circle]

Finally watched season one. Was there no thread here discussing the show? I couldn't find one.
Very good show. BBThornton seemed to get away/get access to too many things too easily and sometimes it seemed silly, but overall very good and will watch season two soon.