USA,
(2002–2008), 59 h 27 min
(Length: 55–93 min)
Creators:
David SimonCast:
Dominic West, John Doman, Clarke Peters, Frankie Faison, Deirdre Lovejoy, Wendell Pierce, Lance Reddick, Andre Royo, Sonja Sohn, Seth Gilliam, Aidan Gillen (more)Seasons(5) / Episodes(60)
Plots(1)
In chronicling a multi-generational family business dealing illegal drugs and the efforts of the Baltimore police to curb their trade, this series draws parallels between these organizations and the men and women on either side of the battle. (official distributor synopsis)
Gallery (602)
The Target (S01E01)
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The Target (S01E01)
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The Detail (S01E02)
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The Wire (S01E06)
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Lessons (S01E08)
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