The production of the film Fargo starts, directed by Joel and Ethan Coen.
Fargo is released in theaters across the United States, gaining critical acclaim.
Fargo wins two Academy Awards: Best Original Screenplay and Best Actress for Frances McDormand's performance.
The television series inspired by the film Fargo premieres, expanding the story universe.
Jerry Lundegaard arranges to have his wife kidnapped to extort money from his wealthy father-in-law.
Two kidnappers, Carl and Gaear, stop at a diner where they discuss the kidnapping plan and their suspicions about Jerry's true motives.
Jean Lundegaard is abducted by Carl and Gaear as part of Jerry's scheme.
Carl and Gaear murder two strippers who witness the kidnapping to eliminate witnesses.
Carl and Gaear confront and kill Wade Gustafson, the wealthy father-in-law, when he attempts a rescue.
Marge Gunderson, the pregnant police chief, begins investigating the murders and the kidnapping case.
Marge finds and kills Gaear during the investigation.
Carl is captured after trying to escape, ultimately leading to the resolution of the case.
