The movie Fargo (1996) was written by the Coen brothers, Joel and Ethan Coen.

Quick Scoop

  • Writers: Joel Coen and Ethan Coen.
  • Also by them: They also directed, produced, and (under the pseudonym “Roderick Jaynes”) edited the film.
  • Awards: The screenplay won the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay.

If you meant the Fargo TV series instead of the original film, that was created and primarily written by showrunner Noah Hawley, inspired by the Coens’ movie.

TL;DR: Who wrote Fargo?

  • The 1996 film: Joel and Ethan Coen.
  • The TV series: Noah Hawley (based on the Coens’ film world).

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