


Updated on Novemby Colin McCormick: More than a decade after its final episode aired, The Wire continues to grow in popularity and acclaim. Luckily, there are some other shows out there that can help to fill the void The Wire has left. While the series was praised throughout all five seasons for its storytelling and realism, fans were still disappointed by the fact that it ended and they had to say goodbye to the show and their favorite characters. RELATED: Recasting The Wire If It Was Made Today One of the earliest Peak TV offerings, The Wireis a gritty, dramatic series with widespread critical acclaim and a devoted fandom. It is set in Baltimore and each season focuses on a different aspect of the city and its relationship with the justice system, including the illegal drug trade, schools, and the media.
