Popularity comparison

The Wire vs Fargo

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 9, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Wire is the most popular at 4.7, followed by Fargo at 3.5. Fargo has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 5.1. Fargo has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 22.3 during Dec 27, 2023 – Jan 25, 2024.

Current Buzz ScoreJune 8, 2026

The Wire4.758% · #101 in TV

Fargo3.542% · #165 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Wire4.245% · #154 in TV

Fargo5.155% · #101 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Wire12.335% · #694 in TV · Sep 6 – Oct 5, 2021

Fargo22.365% · #367 in TV · Dec 27, 2023 – Jan 25, 2024

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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