Popularity comparison

The Wire vs Mad Men

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedMay 20, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Wire is the most popular at 3.9, followed by Mad Men at 3.8. Mad Men has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 4.6. The Wire has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 12.3 during Sep 6 – Oct 5, 2021.

Current Buzz ScoreMay 19, 2026

The Wire3.950% · #143 in TV

Mad Men3.850% · #147 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Wire4.148% · #160 in TV

Mad Men4.652% · #134 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Wire12.359% · #689 in TV · Sep 6 – Oct 5, 2021

Mad Men8.641% · #910 in TV · Dec 2 – Dec 31, 2025

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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