Popularity comparison

The Wire vs The King of Queens

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 13, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Wire is the most popular at 3.4, followed by The King of Queens at 3.3. 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 12, 2026

The Wire3.450% · #139 in TV

The King of Queens3.350% · #141 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Wire4.273% · #154 in TV

The King of Queens1.627% · #564 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Wire12.375% · #696 in TV · Sep 6 – Oct 5, 2021

The King of Queens4.125% · #1,487 in TV · Apr 23 – May 22, 2020

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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