The Wire

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Baltimore's Finest: Unraveling the World of The Wire

The Wire dives deep into Baltimore's urban decay, weaving threads of cops, dealers, longshoremen, politicians, journalists, and educators into a tapestry that reveals the systemic failures and moral ambiguities lurking beneath the surface.

The Wire Trivia

Which Baltimore drug kingpin did Idris Elba portray in "The Wire"? (Genius)
#1: Avon Barksdale
#2: Stringer Bell
#3: Marlo Stanfield
#4: Omar Little
What is the profession of Cedric Daniels at the start of "The Wire"? (Medium)
#1: Police Detective
#2: Police Lieutenant
#3: Police Major
#4: Police Commissioner
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The Wire Fun Facts

One of the show's main characters, Omar Little, was based on a real-life Baltimore stick-up man named Donnie Andrews.
Snoop Pearson, who played Felicia Snoop Pearson, was discovered by actor Michael K. Williams in a Baltimore nightclub and had a real-life criminal past.

The Wire Polls

Who is your favorite character from The Wire
Jimmy McNulty
Omar Little
Stringer Bell
Bunk Moreland
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Which is the best season of The Wire
Season 1
Season 2
Season 3
Season 4
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Popular Characters

Omar Little
Jimmy McNulty
Stringer Bell
Avon Barksdale
Bubbles
Bunk Moreland
Kima Greggs
Marlo Stanfield
Lester Freamon
Tommy Carcetti

Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

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June 2, 2002

Premiere of The Wire

The Wire, an American crime drama television series created by David Simon, premiered on HBO.

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March 9, 2008

End of The Wire Series

The Wire aired its final episode, concluding the series after five seasons.

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