Popularity comparison

The Wire vs City on a Hill

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 11, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Wire is the most popular at 4.1, followed by City on a Hill at 0.2. The Wire has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 4.2. The Wire has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 12.3 during Sep 6 – Oct 5, 2021.

Current Buzz ScoreJune 10, 2026

The Wire4.196% · #123 in TV

City on a Hill0.24.4% · #1,853 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Wire4.293% · #154 in TV

City on a Hill0.37.0% · #1,597 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Wire12.365% · #695 in TV · Sep 6 – Oct 5, 2021

City on a Hill6.735% · #1,109 in TV · Mar 22 – Apr 20, 2021

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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