Popularity comparison

The Wire vs NYPD Blue

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 4, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Wire is the most popular at 5.3, followed by NYPD Blue at 0.9. 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 3, 2026

The Wire5.385% · #82 in TV

NYPD Blue0.915% · #727 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Wire4.282% · #157 in TV

NYPD Blue0.918% · #907 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Wire12.387% · #692 in TV · Sep 6 – Oct 5, 2021

NYPD Blue1.813% · #2,017 in TV · Feb 1 – Mar 2, 2021

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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