| "Palindrome" | |
|---|---|
| Fargo episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 2 Episode 10 |
| Directed by | Adam Arkin |
| Written by | Noah Hawley |
| Featured music | Jeff Russo |
| Cinematography by | Dana Gonzales |
| Editing by | Skip Macdonald |
| Production code | XFO02010 |
| Original air date | December 14, 2015 |
| Running time | 54 minutes |
| Guest appearances | |
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"Palindrome" is the tenth episode and season finale of the second season of the American anthology black comedy–crime drama television series Fargo. It is the 20th overall episode of the series and was written by series creator Noah Hawley and directed by Adam Arkin. It originally aired on FX on December 14, 2015.
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 and Peggy flee from Hanzee, who is in turn being pursued by the police after the motel massacre.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 1.82 million household viewers and gained a 0.5 ratings share among adults aged 18–49, making it the most watched episode of the season. The episode received critical acclaim, with critics praising the closure, writing, directing, performances, pacing and references to the first season.