Since the cast changes entirely each "year," here are the central stars for each installment: Lead Cast Members Billy Bob Thornton , Martin Freeman , Allison Tolman Colin Hanks Year 2 Kirsten Dunst , Patrick Wilson , Jesse Plemons Jean Smart Ted Danson Year 3 Ewan McGregor (playing dual roles), Carrie Coon , Mary Elizabeth Winstead David Thewlis Year 4 Chris Rock , Jessie Buckley Jason Schwartzman Ben Whishaw Year 5 Juno Temple , , Jennifer Jason Leigh Key Connections
One of the hallmarks of FX’s Fargo is its anthology format: each season tells a new story in a different era, with a nearly entirely new cast of characters. This approach has attracted some of the finest actors in film and television. Here’s a breakdown of the principal players by season.
as Ed Blumquist: Peggy's loyal husband and butcher's assistant.
The first season, which premiered in 2014, introduced viewers to an all-star cast, including Billy Bob Thornton as Lorne Malvo, a mysterious and calculating hitman, and Allison Tolman as Molly Solverson, the pregnant police officer tasked with solving the case. The season also starred Colin Hanks as Deputy Bill Oswalt, Martin Freeman as Lester Nygaard, and Rachel McAdams as Betty McDonald. The chemistry among the cast members was undeniable, and their performances earned widespread critical acclaim.
as Josto Fadda: The leader of the Italian crime family. Ben Whishaw as Rabbi Milligan.