Popularity comparison

The Wire vs Narcos

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 29, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Wire is the most popular at 4.1, followed by Narcos at 1.9. 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 28, 2026

The Wire4.168% · #117 in TV

Narcos1.932% · #335 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Wire4.269% · #153 in TV

Narcos1.931% · #456 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Wire12.356% · #697 in TV · Sep 6 – Oct 5, 2021

Narcos9.544% · #851 in TV · Feb 13 – Mar 13, 2020

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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