Fargo season 2 episode 3 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Tensions rise as the Gerhardt family grapples with their patriarch's stroke and the looming threat of the Kansas City mafia's offer. Floyd Gerhardt, now leading the family, faces tough decisions. Meanwhile, police officer Lou Solverson investigates Rye Gerhardt's connection to multiple murders, including a state judge. The episode weaves through various confrontations, including police facing off with the Gerhardt family and Skip Sprang being interrogated and later taken by Simone Gerhardt. Ed and Peggy Blumquist secretly manage the repercussions of their hit-and-run accident involving Rye. The episode concludes with Dodd Gerhardt ordering drastic measures to find Rye, indicating escalating conflicts ahead.
Full Episode S02E03 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is currently leading the Gerhardt family?
Floyd Gerhardt is in charge after the patriarch's stroke.
What is the main threat to the Gerhardt family?
The Kansas City mafia's offer poses a significant threat to the family.
What condition is the Gerhardt patriarch in?
He had a mild stroke and cannot walk or talk currently.
Who is Rye Gerhardt?
Rye Gerhardt is the youngest male heir to the Gerhardt criminal syndicate.
What crime is Rye Gerhardt suspected of?
Rye Gerhardt is suspected of murdering a state judge and others.
What is the historical background of the Gerhardt family?
The Gerhardt family started with bootlegging during Prohibition and built a criminal empire over the years.
How do the police learn about Rye's involvement in the murders?
They find Rye's prints on the murder weapon at the crime scene.
Who is Skip Sprang?
Skip Sprang is involved in a tax-related matter and is questioned about visiting Judge Mundt's office.
What theory does Peggy propose about the hit-and-run?
Peggy suggests the killer might have been hit by a car in a hit-and-run incident.
Who confronts the Gerhardt family about Rye's crimes?
Lou Solverson and other police officers confront the Gerhardt family.
What is the relationship between the Kansas City mafia and the Gerhardts?
The Kansas City mafia is trying to take over the Gerhardt family's operations.
What does Dodd Gerhardt instruct his associate to do about Rye?
Dodd orders him to find and return Rye, and to kill anyone who gets in the way.
What dilemma are Ed and Peggy Blumquist facing?
They are dealing with the aftermath of their accident involving Rye Gerhardt.
How does Lou Solverson describe his encounters with the Gerhardts and Kansas City mafia?
He finds them challenging and potentially dangerous.
What is the overall atmosphere in the episode regarding the Gerhardt family and their rivals?
The episode is filled with tension and impending conflict between the Gerhardt family and their rivals.