If you’reyearning for morewhile you wait, your options include ajoyous binge through Seasons 1-5or rewatching theoriginalCoen Brothersfilm.

Or, if you’re interested in a deeper dive, anotherFargoexists.

Joel CoenandEthan Coen’s 1996 instant classic set the tone for dark, crime-related comedies for years to come.

Kathy Bates and Lamorne Morris from Fargo

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The role thatFrances McDormandmade famous was played byEdie Falco, preceding her iconic turns inThe SopranosandNurse Jackie.

That’sFargo’s casual regard for murder if I’ve ever seen it.

If youre enjoying Kathy Bates in Matlock, you’re going to love her in Harry’s Law.

Edie Falco and Bruce Bohne standing near a police vehicle in the 2003 ‘Fargo’ TV movie

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It’s not exactly a shock that the series wasn’t picked up.

Still, the pilot has some great performances, particularlyRondi Reed, who’s beencriminally underutilized in Hollywood.

Reed immediately cranks the caliber of the pilot from the moment she begins to speak.

Kathy Bates sitting at a desk talking to an off screen person in Harrys Law

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Edie Falco