Popularity comparison

The Wire vs The Waterfront

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 1, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Wire is the most popular at 3.9, followed by The Waterfront at 0.7. The Wire has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 4.2. The Waterfront has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 28.7 during Jun 19 – Jul 18, 2025.

Current Buzz ScoreMay 31, 2026

The Wire3.984% · #159 in TV

The Waterfront0.716% · #999 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Wire4.252% · #158 in TV

The Waterfront3.848% · #184 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Wire12.330% · #692 in TV · Sep 6 – Oct 5, 2021

The Waterfront28.770% · #262 in TV · Jun 19 – Jul 18, 2025

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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