Popularity comparison

The Wire vs The Newsroom

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 17, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Wire is the most popular at 3.6, followed by The Newsroom at 2.2. 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 16, 2026

The Wire3.662% · #158 in TV

The Newsroom2.238% · #308 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Wire4.277% · #152 in TV

The Newsroom1.223% · #695 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Wire12.386% · #696 in TV · Sep 6 – Oct 5, 2021

The Newsroom1.914% · #1,976 in TV · Oct 16 – Nov 14, 2024

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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