Popularity comparison

The Wire vs Mad Men

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 30, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Wire is the most popular at 3.7, followed by Mad Men at 3.6. Mad Men has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 4.5. The Wire has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 12.3 during Sep 6 – Oct 5, 2021.

Current Buzz ScoreJune 29, 2026

The Wire3.751% · #117 in TV

Mad Men3.649% · #124 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Wire4.248% · #153 in TV

Mad Men4.552% · #130 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Wire12.359% · #696 in TV · Sep 6 – Oct 5, 2021

Mad Men8.641% · #919 in TV · Dec 2 – Dec 31, 2025

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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