If you’ve never seen the series, which chronicles the lives and work of a group of Baltimore cops and the (mostly) gangsters they hunt in every episode, then you’ve missed out on some of the best writing ever seen on television, along with one awesome catchphrase.
The Wire is my favorite of the dramas listed, and, honestly, I still consider it to be one of the best shows of all time.
You’ve also missed out on wonderful performances from Idris Elba, Aidan Gillen, Michael Kenneth Williams, a very young Michael B. Jordan and many more.
Just among the scripted shows, there are some marvels to behold.