Popularity comparison

The Wire vs Luther

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 2, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Wire is the most popular at 4.3, followed by Luther at 0.8. The Wire has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 4.2. Luther has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 22.1 during Mar 4 – Apr 2, 2023.

Current Buzz ScoreJune 1, 2026

The Wire4.384% · #123 in TV

Luther0.816% · #864 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Wire4.281% · #158 in TV

Luther1.019% · #835 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Wire12.336% · #692 in TV · Sep 6 – Oct 5, 2021

Luther22.164% · #370 in TV · Mar 4 – Apr 2, 2023

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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