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The Best Episodes of Fargo Season 5

Every episode of Fargo Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Fargo Season 5!

A close-knit anthology series dealing with stories involving malice, violence and murder based in and around Minnesota.

Genres:CrimeDrama
Network:FX

Season 5 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Fargo" season 5 is "The Tragedy of the Commons", rated 8.6/10 from 6130 user votes. It was directed by Noah Hawley and written by Noah Hawley. "The Tragedy of the Commons" aired on 11/21/2023 and is rated 0.2 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Trials and Tribulations".

  • The Tragedy of the Commons
    8.6/10 6,130 votes

    #1 - The Tragedy of the Commons

    Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 11/21/2023

    A series of unexpected events lands Dot in hot water and she is plunged back into a life she thought she left behind.

    Director: Noah Hawley

    Writer: Noah Hawley

  • Trials and Tribulations
    8.4/10 4,552 votes

    #2 - Trials and Tribulations

    Season 5 Episode 2 - Aired 11/21/2023

    Roy attempts to reset the "natural order of things" and Lorraine becomes increasingly suspicious.

    Director: Noah Hawley

    Writer: Noah Hawley

  • The Paradox of Intermediate Transactions
    8.0/10 4,139 votes

    #3 - The Paradox of Intermediate Transactions

    Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 11/28/2023

    Dot and Wayne protect their home, Roy neutralizes an obstacle, Witt suspects foul play and Gator makes a move.

    Director: Donald Murphy

    Writer: Noah Hawley

  • Insolubilia
    8.0/10 3,774 votes

    #4 - Insolubilia

    Season 5 Episode 4 - Aired 12/5/2023

    Munch makes a bold move, Indira and Witt have questions, Wayne takes a fall and Gator disappoints.

    Director: Donald Murphy

    Writer: Noah Hawley

  • The Tiger
    8.1/10 3,802 votes

    #5 - The Tiger

    Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 12/12/2023

    Dot creates diversions, Roy meets his match and Indira helps a new friend.

    Director: Dana Gonzales

    Writer: Noah Hawley

  • The Tender Trap
    8.1/10 3,729 votes

    #6 - The Tender Trap

    Season 5 Episode 6 - Aired 12/19/2023

    Lorraine calls things off, Gator asks questions, Wayne makes a surprising discovery and Indira offers a new perspective.

    Director: Dana Gonzales

    Writer: Noah Hawley, Bob DeLaurentis

  • Linda
    7.6/10 4,077 votes

    #7 - Linda

    Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 12/26/2023

    Dot takes a fantastic journey.

    Director: Sylvain White

    Writer: Noah Hawley, April Shih

  • Blanket
    8.6/10 3,978 votes

    #8 - Blanket

    Season 5 Episode 8 - Aired 1/2/2024

    Roy's campaign continues, Indira takes a stand and Witt tries to help.

    Director: Sylvain White

    Writer: Noah Hawley, Thomas Bezucha

  • The Useless Hand
    8.6/10 4,172 votes

    #9 - The Useless Hand

    Season 5 Episode 9 - Aired 1/9/2024

    The tide turns.

    Director: Thomas Bezucha

    Writer: Noah Hawley

  • Bisquik
    8.3/10 5,450 votes

    #10 - Bisquik

    Season 5 Episode 10 - Aired 1/16/2024

    Lorraine makes a visit and Dot prepares biscuits.

    Director: Thomas Bezucha

    Writer: Noah Hawley