Fargo season 5 episode 1 release time (by time zone)

At long last, FX’s Fargo returns after a long hiatus, and it’s looking to be the best season yet! Needless to say, the season 5 premiere episode is not one you want to miss.

For those keeping count, the fourth season of the FX crime drama wrapped on November 2020, so it’s been three years since we plunge into the thrilling series. New to the world of Fargo? Not to worry! This is an anthology series that follows a different set of characters and story each season, so you can dive right in with season 5. From how long the season 5 premiere is to what time the new mystery starts, we have all the details you need to know so you don’t miss a minute!

Fargo season 5 episode 1 release date and time

The season 5 premiere episode is coming out tonight, Nov. 21, on FX at 10 p.m. ET. But don’t be so quick to turn off the TV right after the first hour. Not only is Fargo season 5 kicking things off by airing the first two episodes of the season, but the first episode is approximately one hour and 21 minutes long.

No cable? Not a problem! Fans can watch FX via the Live TV streaming service they replaced cable with, such as fuboTV and YouTube TV. Can’t tune in at this time on cable or streaming? The episodes will be available on Hulu the next day. Here’s a quick breakdown of the details.

How to watch Fargo season 5 episodes 1 and 2

• Watch on the FX network on Nov. 21 at 10 p.m. ET
• Watch on fuboTV or Live TV streamer of your choice on Nov. 21 at 10 p.m. ET
• Stream both episodes on Hulu beginning Wednesday, Nov. 22

Release time by time zones

Please know that the Fargo season 5 release times for episodes 1 and 2 noted above are Easter Time. If you are in a different time zone, here’s when to expect the episodes to arrive.

• Central Time: Those in Central Time can watch Nov. 21 at 9 p.m.
• Mountain Standard Time: Watch on Nov. 21 at 8 p.m. if you’re on MST
• Pacific Time: PST fans can tune in on Nov. 21 at 7 p.m.
• UK: Fans can watch on Prime Video UK starting Wednesday, Nov. 22
• Canada: Watch at 10 p.m. ET on FX Nov. 21 and next day on FXNOW Canada

“FARGO” — Year 5 — Pictured: Lamorne Morris as Witt Farr. CR: Michelle Faye/FX

“FARGO” — Year 5 — Pictured: Joe Keery as Gator Tillman. CR: Michelle Faye/FX

“FARGO” — Year 5 — Pictured: Jennifer Jason Leigh as Lorraine Lyon. CR: Michelle Faye/FX

“FARGO” — Year 5 — Pictured: Richa Moorjani as Indira Olmstead. CR: Michelle Faye/FX

Fargo season 5 episode 1 and 2 titles and synopses

Episode 1 is titled “The Tragedy of the Commons” and starts at 10 p.m. ET until approximately 11:20 p.m. ET. According to TV Guide, the synopsis is: “A series of unexpected events lands Dot in hot water and she is plunged back into a life she thought she left behind.”

Episode 2 is titled “Trials and Tribulations” and starts right after the first episode at 11:20 p.m. ET until approximately 12:26 a.m. ET. TV Guide shares that the synopsis for this episode is: “Roy attempts to reset the “natural order of things” and Lorraine becomes increasingly suspicious.”

Fargo season 5 stars Jon Hamm, Juno Temple, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Joe Keery, Lamorne Morris, and others.