Popularity comparison

The Wire vs Homicide: Life on the Street

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 25, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Wire is the most popular at 3.3, followed by Homicide: Life on the Street at 0.8. 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 24, 2026

The Wire3.381% · #137 in TV

Homicide: Life on the Street0.819% · #775 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Wire4.278% · #153 in TV

Homicide: Life on the Street1.122% · #745 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Wire12.376% · #697 in TV · Sep 6 – Oct 5, 2021

Homicide: Life on the Street4.024% · #1,519 in TV · Aug 19 – Sep 17, 2024

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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