Popularity comparison

The Wire vs Squid Game

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 2, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Wire is the most popular at 4.3, followed by Squid Game at 4.2. Squid Game has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 9.0. Squid Game has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 100+ during Sep 21 – Oct 20, 2021.

Current Buzz ScoreJune 1, 2026

The Wire4.350% · #123 in TV

Squid Game4.250% · #124 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Wire4.232% · #158 in TV

Squid Game9.068% · #27 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Wire12.32.3% · #692 in TV · Sep 6 – Oct 5, 2021

Squid Game100+98% · #1 in TV · Sep 21 – Oct 20, 2021

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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