Popularity comparison

The Wire vs Ozark

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 Ozark at 2.6. The Wire has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 4.1. Ozark has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 100+ during Mar 28 – Apr 26, 2020.

Current Buzz ScoreMay 19, 2026

The Wire3.959% · #143 in TV

Ozark2.641% · #235 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Wire4.153% · #160 in TV

Ozark3.747% · #185 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Wire12.39.6% · #689 in TV · Sep 6 – Oct 5, 2021

Ozark100+90% · #27 in TV · Mar 28 – Apr 26, 2020

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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