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Emmit Stussy
Ready to accept punishment for Ray’s death and the selfish choice that shaped both brothers’ lives.
ClearStory COMPLETE SEASON GUIDE · EPISODE 9
FARGO
SEASON 3
Episode 9 · Aporia
The setup
Emmit has entered the police station to confess to Ray’s death and explain the inheritance feud. Varga needs to make that truth appear unreliable, while Nikki and Wrench begin attacking his financial organisation.
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GB
Gloria Burgle
Finally hearing the confession that fits the case she has pursued.
MD
Moe Dammik
Still favouring the simplest explanation supported by a willing suspect.
NS
Nikki Swango
Alive, hidden and targeting Varga with Mr Wrench.
MW
Mr Wrench
Helping Nikki obtain Varga’s financial records.
LD
Larue Dollard
The IRS agent who could understand the information Nikki uncovers.
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Key story points
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Content note: Episode 9 contains multiple murders, gun violence, grief, psychological distress and organised financial crime.
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