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The Wire

Average Bufph Rating: 5.0 / 5.0

The Wire

IMDb 9.3 (409,732)

Dominic West, Lance Reddick, Sonja Sohn

2002–2008

The Baltimore drug scene, as seen through the eyes of drug dealers and law enforcement.

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    mjones
    October 21, 2025

    Diving into 'The Wire' was like stepping into a raw, unfiltered look at urban life in Baltimore. The storytelling was tight, and the characters were complex and real. Idris Elba's portrayal of Stringer Bell was straight-up authentic, capturing the struggle and ambition of the character. The show didn't shy away from the gritty realities of life in the streets, and the narrative about community, power, and survival resonated deeply. It's a powerful watch that speaks to the social realities and cultural resilience I connect with.

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