Rhinoceros (Fargo)
6th episode of the 2nd season of Fargo / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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"Rhinoceros" is the sixth episode of the second season of the American anthology black comedy–crime drama television series Fargo. It is the 16th overall episode of the series and was written by series creator Noah Hawley and directed by Jeffrey Reiner. It originally aired on FX on November 16, 2015.
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Episode no. | Season 2 Episode 6 | ||
Directed by | Jeffrey Reiner | ||
Written by | Noah Hawley | ||
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Featured music | Jeff Russo | ||
Cinematography by | Dana Gonzales | ||
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Production code | XFO02006 | ||
Original air date | November 16, 2015 (2015-11-16) | ||
Running time | 46 minutes | ||
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The season takes place in the Upper Midwest in March 1979. It follows the lives of a young couple, Peggy and Ed Blumquist, as they attempt to cover up the hit and run and homicide of Rye Gerhardt, the son of Floyd Gerhardt, matriarch of the Gerhardt crime family. During this time, Minnesota state trooper Lou Solverson, and Rock County sheriff Hank Larsson, investigate three homicides linked to Rye. In the episode, Ed is under arrest, but the Gerhardts are going after him and Peggy.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 1.15 million household viewers and gained a 0.3 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received critical acclaim, with critis praising the writing, character development, tension, humor, cliffhangers and performances (particularly Nick Offerman).