The Law of Inevitability

"The Law of Inevitability" is the seventh episode of the third season of the American anthology black comedy–crime drama television series Fargo. It is the 27th overall episode of the series and was written by series creator Noah Hawley and co-executive producers Matt Wolpert and Ben Nedivi and directed by Mike Barker. It originally aired on FX on May 31, 2017.

The season is set primarily in 2010, in three Minnesota towns: St. Cloud, Eden Valley, and Eden Prairie. It follows the lives of a couple, Ray Stussy and Nikki Swango, who, after unsuccessfully trying to rob Ray's wealthy older brother Emmit, become involved in a double murder case. One of the victims is an old man with a mysterious past whose stepdaughter, Gloria Burgle, is a policewoman. Meanwhile, Emmit tries to cut his ties with a shady organization he borrowed money from a year before, but the company, represented by V. M. Varga, has other plans. In the episode, Nikki is arrested for Ray's murder, while Emmit and Sy's friendship starts falling apart.

According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 1.03 million household viewers and gained a 0.3 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received extremely positive reviews from critics, who praised the performances, character development and directing. Mr. Wrench's return, however, divided critics; some found it refreshing and interesting, while others deemed it unnecessary and not fitting within the season's context.