LOS ANGELES — Lamorne Morris, known for his role in “New Girl,” has joined the cast of the fifth season of the hit series “Fargo.” Set in North Dakota, the show follows the story of a housewife named Dot who is on the run from her abusive ex-husband. In the penultimate episode, Morris’s character, North Dakota state trooper Witt Farr, plays a pivotal role in helping Dot escape her ex-husband’s clutches.
In an interview with Variety, Morris discussed his experience working on the show and his character’s motivations. He revealed that his character feels a debt towards Dot, who saved his life in an earlier episode. This debt drives his desire to help her and ensures that he will stop at nothing to ensure her safety. Morris also discussed the unexpected nature of filming in Calgary, which turned out to be a bustling city rather than the desolate landscape depicted in the show.
Morris praised the performances of his co-stars, including Juno Temple, Jon Hamm, and Jennifer Jason Leigh, and teased that the finale of the season would be the wildest yet. He also reflected on his time playing Winston in “New Girl” and expressed his love for the character and the show.
While there have been talks of a “New Girl” reunion, Morris acknowledged that creating another season would require a lot of hard work and a talented writing team. However, he expressed his enthusiasm for the possibility of a Winston spinoff and invited readers to write one themselves.
In summary, Lamorne Morris’s character Witt Farr plays a crucial role in helping Dot escape her abusive ex-husband in the fifth season of “Fargo.” Morris discussed his character’s motivations and the unexpected nature of filming in Calgary. He also reflected on his time playing Winston in “New Girl” and expressed his enthusiasm for a reunion or spinoff. The finale of the season promises to be wild, with strong performances from the cast.