FX’s highly anticipated new season of Fargo has been delayed until November 21 due to the ongoing strikes in Hollywood. While no official release date had been announced, industry insiders had speculated that the series would premiere in September. However, with major stars like Jon Hamm and Juno Temple unable to promote the show amidst the work stoppage, FX made the decision to hold off on releasing the Emmy-winning anthology series.
The decision to delay Fargo comes as executives in the TV and film industry grapple with whether to release or shelve their completed projects. Other shows, such as Max’s Rap Sh!t and FX’s A Murder at the End of the World, starring Clive Owen and Emma Corrin, have also been delayed from August to November. It is likely that more series will follow suit in the coming weeks.
Executives interviewed by The Hollywood Reporter have differing opinions on whether shows should be released or held during the strikes. Factors such as name talent, existing release dates, and marketing efforts all come into play. Some believe that shows without high-profile actors are more likely to stay on track, while others argue that there can be benefits to sticking to the original release schedule, as viewers have come to expect new episodes at a certain time.
In the case of Fargo, the Hulu-distributed series has been off the air since the fall of 2020, making the delay even more significant. The show also boasts star power, particularly with Jon Hamm, who is returning to prestige television with Fargo and The Morning Show. Unfortunately, the strike prevents the cast from promoting the series and capitalizing on their star wattage.
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The new season of Fargo is set in 2019, taking place in Minnesota and North Dakota. Juno Temple plays the character Dorothy ‘Dot’ Lyon, who finds herself in trouble with the authorities. Jon Hamm portrays North Dakota Sheriff Roy Tillman, who has been searching for Dot for a long time. In promotional materials, Roy is described as a rancher, preacher, and a constitutional lawman who believes he is above the law. The season also features Jennifer Jason Leigh, Joe Keery, and Lamorne Morris.
While fans eagerly await the new season of Fargo, the delay underscores the challenges faced by the entertainment industry during the strikes. It is a difficult balance for studios and networks to navigate, weighing the potential benefits of releasing a show against the limitations imposed by the strike. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how other series will handle their release schedules and whether more delays will be announced.
